Late-Night Chaos in Downtown Lexington: Two Hospitalized After Stabbing Near West Main and Upper Streets, Police Say

LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY — Police are investigating a late-night stabbing that left two people hospitalized in downtown Lexington on Friday night, according to authorities.

Officers responded around 11:20 p.m. to reports of a disturbance involving a weapon near the intersection of West Main Street and Upper Street, an area lined with bars and restaurants popular with the weekend crowd.

Two People Taken to Hospital, Third Sustains Minor Injuries

When officers arrived, they discovered multiple individuals suffering from injuries sustained during an apparent fight that turned violent.

Police said two victims were transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening stab wounds, while a third person received minor injuries and did not require hospitalization.

Authorities did not release the victims’ names or details on what may have led to the altercation.

No Suspects in Custody as Investigation Continues

As of Saturday, no arrests have been made, and investigators say they have no suspect description to release. Detectives with the Lexington Police Department are reviewing surveillance footage from nearby businesses and interviewing witnesses who may have seen the confrontation unfold.

Police are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact Lexington Police or submit anonymous tips through Bluegrass Crime Stoppers.

The incident marks another violent episode in Lexington’s downtown district this fall, as police continue efforts to curb late-night assaults and strengthen community patrol presence in high-traffic nightlife areas. For ongoing updates on Kentucky crime and public safety news, visit ChicagoMusicGuide.com.