Louisville Man Arrested After Lexington Shooting, Armed Robbery, and Hit-and-Run; Police Say Stolen Vehicle Tracked Using Real-Time Technology
LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY — A 34-year-old Louisville man has been arrested after a series of violent incidents Tuesday night that included a shooting, an armed robbery, a stolen vehicle, and a hit-and-run crash, investigators said. The suspect, identified as Michael Peak, is facing multiple felony charges following a fast-moving crime spree across Lexington.
Police Respond to Shooting on Jennifer Road Before Suspect Flees
The Lexington Police Department said officers first responded to a shooting report around 7:15 p.m. on Nov. 25 in the 1700 block of Jennifer Road. When police arrived, the vehicle connected to the shooting had already fled the scene. Investigators later confirmed that the suspect involved was driving the same vehicle used in additional crimes later that evening.
Details regarding the shooting victim and the extent of any injuries have not yet been released.
Armed Robbery Occurs 30 Minutes Later; Vehicle Stolen at Gunpoint
Around 7:45 p.m., officers were dispatched to a reported armed robbery in the 100 block of West New Circle Road. Police learned that the same vehicle linked to the earlier shooting had pulled into a business parking lot, where Peak allegedly stole another vehicle at gunpoint.
Witnesses reported a chaotic scene as the suspect quickly fled the area in the newly stolen vehicle.
Suspect Crashes Near Downtown Lexington and Flees on Foot
Police say Peak drove the stolen vehicle toward downtown, where he eventually crashed near North Broadway and Fourth Street. After the collision, he reportedly fled the scene on foot, leaving behind the damaged vehicle.
Lexington Police activated their Real-Time Intelligence Center, which used surveillance and data analysis tools to quickly locate the stolen car. Moments later, officers located Peak at a nearby hospital, where he was detained without further incident.
Peak Booked on Multiple Felonies; Court Appearance Scheduled
According to arrest records, Michael Peak is now facing several charges, including:
- Carjacking
- First-degree wanton endangerment
- Tampering with physical evidence
- Leaving the scene of an accident / failure to render aid
Peak was booked into the Fayette County Detention Center, where he remains pending court proceedings. He is scheduled to be arraigned at 1 p.m. on Nov. 26.
Investigators say more charges may be considered as the shooting, robbery, and crash reports are fully reviewed.
As Lexington police continue piecing together the details of this multi-scene crime spree, officials urge anyone with additional information or video footage to contact investigators. For updates on major Kentucky crime stories and public safety alerts, visit ChicagoMusicGuide.com.