Mass shooting in Louisville leaves five dead, including the shooter

Mass shooting in Louisville:A mass shooting at a downtown Louisville bank on Monday morning has left five people dead, including the shooter, and at least nine others wounded. The shooter, identified as Connor Sturgeon, 25, was an employee of the bank and opened fire on his colleagues and responding police officers.
Details of the shooting
Police were alerted to the shooting at Old National Bank on Main Street at around 8:30 a.m. and arrived on the scene within three minutes. Sturgeon was already inside with a rifle and fired at the police officers, who returned fire and killed him.
Four of the victims were bank employees, including senior vice president Tommy Elliott, 63, who was a close friend of Gov. Andy Beshear and Mayor Craig Greenberg. The other victims were Jim Tutt, 64, Josh Barrick, 40, and Juliana Farmer, 45. A fifth victim, 57-year-old Deana Eckert, died from her injuries later in the day. It is unclear whether she worked at the bank.
Nine people were hospitalized, including three police officers. Officer Nickolas Wilt, 26, was shot in the head and is in critical condition after undergoing brain surgery at UofL Hospital.
Victims and their families
The victims were all described as hardworking and kind-hearted individuals who were loved by their families and colleagues. Many have expressed shock and grief over their senseless deaths.
Tommy Elliott was remembered as a dedicated family man and friend, while Jim Tutt was known for his passion for his work and his love of music. Josh Barrick was described as a loving husband and father, and Juliana Farmer was praised for her warm personality and dedication to her job.
Investigation and possible motive
Police have not yet determined a motive for the shooting or how Sturgeon obtained the rifle. It was revealed that he live-streamed the shooting on social media, although the specific platform has not been disclosed. SWAT teams searched his home in south Louisville later in the day.
Reactions and aftermath
The shooting has left the Louisville community in shock and mourning. Gov. Beshear expressed his condolences and called for unity in the face of tragedy, while Mayor Greenberg urged residents to support each other during this difficult time. The police department has also issued a statement expressing its sympathy for the victims and their families.
The incident has once again reignited the debate on gun control and mental health awareness in the United States. It also serves as a tragic reminder of the ongoing issue of mass shootings in the country.