Dion Jermaine Higgins, 24, was killed by a gunshot in Lexington, Kentucky, on October 20, 2024. Police responded just before 11 p.m. to the 400 block of East Fifth Street and found Higgins with a gunshot wound; he was taken to a hospital where he later died. The Fayette County Coroner confirmed his identity and cause of death.

The Lexington Police Department’s Robbery/Homicide Unit is investigating what has been counted as the city’s 14th homicide of the year. Detectives with the Personal Crimes Section have appealed for information and authorities say tips can be submitted to Lexington Police or anonymously via Bluegrass Crime Stoppers. The city’s One Lexington program plans outreach in the east end neighborhood to offer mental health support and resources.

If anyone witnessed the shooting or has information that could help the investigation, please contact Lexington Police or submit an anonymous tip to Bluegrass Crime Stoppers.