One Shot During Drug Transaction in Burlington

The incident took place on Saturday night.

(Burlington, Ky.) - One person was injured in a shooting on Saturday night in Burlington. 

Boone County Sheriff's deputies responded to the 3100 block of Featherstone Drive around 10:13 p.m.

The investigation revealed that the 18-year-old victim and his 16-year-old friend, who was a witness to the shooting, met the 17-year-old suspect to make a drug transaction. 

A dispute ensued and the suspect fired multiple shots in the directions of the victim as he ran away from the suspect's vehicle. The victim sustained a gunshot wound to the forearm and was transported to St. Elizabeth Hospital in Florence. 

The suspect was quickly identified and Boone County SWAT executed a search warrant at his home in Burlington. The suspect was taken into custody and the handgun allegedly used in the shooting was recovered. 

The suspect is charged with Assault 1st Degree, Wanton Endangerment 1st Degree, Possession of a Handgun by a Minor, and Trafficking in Marijuana (less than 8 ounces). He is currently lodged at the Campbell County Regional Juvenile Detention Center.

The names of the individuals involved were not released.

 

More from Local News

Events

Aurora Play Music on the Porch Day Happens August 30

Main Street Aurora is hosting nearly 50 musicians at 10 locations throughout downtown Aurora.

Ohio Woman Arrested After Driving Wrong Way on Interstate

The incident happened early Sunday morning in Dearborn County.

Genesis: Pathways to Success Says Farewell to Summer Interns

These interns assisted with the marketing, development, and implementation of Genesis’ summer programming.

Local Sports Report - August 16, 2025

The first full weekend of the 2025 fall sports season.

2025 Team Preview: East Central Set for Year Two in Class 5A

The Trojans won their first 5A sectional championship last season.

On Air

Eagle Country 99.3 playing
Luke Combs - Back in the Saddle

Fox News Fox News National Newscast 10:03
Miranda Lambert and Chris Stapleton A Song to Sing 10:00
Brantley Gilbert More Than Miles 9:52
Carrie Underwood Before He Cheats 9:48