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LMPD investigating after double shooting outside of Dixie Highway business

One of the men is in critical condition, while the other is expected to make a full recovery.
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LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Two men were found shot outside of a business on Dixie Highway early Saturday morning.

Officers with Louisville Metro Police's Second Division responded to a report of a shooting in the 1600 block of Dixie Highway around 5 a.m.

At the scene, police found two men outside suffering from gunshot wounds.

LMPD said responding officers immediately began giving the men First Aid until EMS arrived. They were later taken to the University of Louisville Hospital.

Authorities said one of the men is in critical condition and the other is expected to survive his injuries and make a full recovery. 

Due to one of the men being in critical condition, LMPD’s Homicide Unit is handling this shooting incident as a critical assault. 

LMPD’s Homicide Unit investigation is ongoing. Police said detectives are canvassing the area, but there are no known suspects.

Anyone with any information regarding this case is urged to contact LMPD's anonymous crime tip line at 502-574-LMPD (5673). Reports can also be made online, by clicking here.

This story may be updated as more information becomes available.

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