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Lexington police arrest man wanted in connection with shooting

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Posted at 1:34 PM, Apr 13, 2023
and last updated 2023-04-13 17:22:08-04

UPDATE:
Lexington police have arrested 25-year-old Quantaveon Leavell in connection with a shooting on February 4.

Leavell is being held in the Fayette County Detention Center.

ORIGINAL:
Lexington police are looking for a man wanted in connection with a shooting that occurred on February 4.

Officers responded to the 1000 block of East New Circle Road around 3:25 a.m. for a 10-year-old victim suffering from a gunshot wound.

The minor was transported to a local hospital to be treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

During the investigation, police discovered that the minor was inside a residence when shot.

According to police, the scene of the shooting was in the parking lot of a neighboring business.

25-year-old Quantaveon Leavell has arrest warrants for first degree assault, first degree wanton endangerment, first degree criminal mischief, and possession of a handgun by a convicted felon from the shooting.

Police say that Leavell is armed and dangerous, and anyone who sees him should call 859-258-3600.