Victim Identified in Fatal Russell Neighborhood Shooting As Isaiah J. Washington
LOUISVILLE, Ky. – The victim of a fatal Friday night shooting in the Russell neighborhood has been officially identified. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office announced on Saturday that 27-year-old Isaiah J. Washington died from a gunshot wound.
According to Louisville Metro Police, officers responded to a call in the 2700 block of Cedar Street at approximately 8:40 p.m. on Friday, November 21. Upon arrival, they discovered Washington, a man in his 30s, suffering from a gunshot wound to the face. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
Police took a suspect into custody at the scene and announced the arrest of a woman on Saturday morning. Maria Swann, 25, has been charged with murder-domestic violence. Authorities confirmed that Swann and the victim were in a relationship and living together.
Court documents reveal that Swann admitted to shooting Washington during a verbal argument. She is scheduled to be arraigned on Monday, November 24. The investigation into the domestic violence-related homicide remains active.
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