Velvin Smith, a 29-year-old Black man, was found fatally shot inside a vehicle at the intersection of Cane Run Road and Crums Lane in Louisville, Kentucky, in the early morning hours of August 10, 2020. The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office pronounced him dead at the scene from gunshot wounds. Another man at the scene was also shot and taken in critical condition to the University of Louisville Hospital; investigators say they do not believe the two men shot one another, indicating at least one outside party was involved.

The Louisville Metro Police Department’s Homicide Unit opened an investigation, and the case remains listed among the city’s open homicides for 2020. No arrests or suspects have been publicly named, and police have provided an anonymous tip line for anyone with information.

If anyone knew Velvin, saw activity near Cane Run Road and Crums Lane that morning, or has information that could help, please contact investigators.