Laci Hayden was fatally shot at a residence at 1137 South 17th Street in Louisville on the evening of Sunday, July 14, 2019. She was 33 and is described as an African-American mother. Her death prompted a homicide investigation by the Louisville Metro Police Department.

Family remembered Hayden as a loving person with an infectious smile. She is survived by a daughter, her mother, and sisters; a visitation and funeral were held and she was buried in Green Meadows Cemetery. Her case appears on the city’s list of open homicides for 2019 and investigators have asked the public for any information that might lead to a breakthrough.

No arrests or suspect identifications have been publicly announced. If anyone knew Laci, was in that neighborhood that night, or has information that could help the investigation, please come forward.