Louisville, KY, September 29, 2026 —

A suspect has been apprehended in Louisville in connection with the fatal shooting of Kentucky State Police Trooper Hayden Phillips. The incident occurred earlier this year during a traffic stop conducted on Interstate 65, located in the south central region of Kentucky, near Smiths Grove.

Trooper Phillips, a trooper with the Kentucky State Police, was killed during the course of this traffic stop. Details regarding the specific circumstances leading to the shooting and the timeline of events are not fully elaborated in the provided information.

The arrest of the suspect took place in Louisville. Information regarding the identity of the arrested suspect, the exact date of the arrest, or any charges filed has not been provided.

The location of the incident, Interstate 65 near Smiths Grove, is a significant transportation artery in the state. The event has impacted the Kentucky State Police and the broader law enforcement community.

Further information regarding the investigation, including the identification of the suspect, the sequence of events during the traffic stop, and the specifics of the arrest, is anticipated as the case progresses.


Story summarized from the original created by Lisa Autry on www.lpm.org, see more information here.

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