A 56-year-old Owensboro man has been charged with murder for a fatal shooting that occurred Friday night on West 9th Street, according to the Owensboro Police Department.
According to a release, OPD was dispatched to assist the Owensboro Fire Department and AMR on a cardiac arrest at 1109 West 9th Street at 10:41 p.m. February 14.
“A male subject was located on the ground in the parking lot and as life-saving measures were given, it was discovered the male subject had been shot,” authorities said.
The male subject has since been pronounced dead by the Daviess County Coroner’s Office. The victim’s identity has not yet been announced.
“Patrol officers immediately began a criminal investigation and shortly thereafter had a suspect description,” OPD said. “Patrol officers were able to locate and detain the suspect while the crime scene was being processed. Detectives with the Criminal Investigations Division responded to the scene, reviewed video surveillance, and conducted interviews.”
Gary Legg was identified as the suspect. He was arrested and charged with murder and possession of a handgun by a convicted felon.
The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact OPD at 270-687-8888 or anonymously at Crime Stoppers at 270-687-8484
