Herbert Daniels, 74, known in Louisville’s Shawnee neighborhood as Mr. Herb, was killed by a stray bullet on the evening of Thursday, January 21, 2021. A shootout between two groups in the 600 block of South 41st Street near River Park Drive began just before 9 p.m.; Daniels stepped to his front door to see what was happening and was struck. Officers found his front door open with shattered glass and rendered aid, but he was pronounced dead at the scene. He was alone at home when the shot hit him.

Neighbors remembered Daniels as a pillar of the community who looked out for others, noting small acts such as clearing weeds at a nearby bus stop. No arrests have been announced and the shooters have not been publicly identified; the investigation remains open. If anyone saw the shootout on South 41st Street that night or has information about those responsible, please come forward.