Man dies after multiple-gunshot shooting on Belmar Drive in Louisville’s Camp Taylor neighborhood Thursday evening

Shooting reported shortly after 7:30 p.m.; victim pronounced dead at the scene

A man died Thursday evening after being shot multiple times in Louisville’s Camp Taylor neighborhood, authorities said. Police were called to a reported shooting at about 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 19, 2026, in the 1500 block of Belmar Drive.

When first responders arrived, they found an adult male who was unresponsive and had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency aid was attempted at the scene, but the man was pronounced dead there. As of Friday, police had not released the victim’s identity or age, and no suspect description had been made public.

What is known about the investigation so far

Investigators had not announced arrests or identified a motive. Police also had not indicated whether the shooting occurred inside a home, on the street, or in another location on Belmar Drive.

With limited information released in the hours following the shooting, the case appears to remain in the early stages of investigation, when detectives typically work to establish a timeline, identify witnesses, and secure potential video or other forensic evidence.

• Location: 1500 block of Belmar Drive, Camp Taylor neighborhood
• Time reported: about 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026
• Victim condition on arrival: unresponsive, shot multiple times
• Status: victim pronounced dead at the scene; no suspect information released

How residents can assist

Police are asking anyone who may have witnessed the shooting, heard gunfire, or has relevant video—from home security systems, doorbell cameras, or vehicle cameras—to share information. Tips can be submitted through Louisville Metro Police’s Anonymous Tip Line at (502) 574-LMPD (5673) or through the department’s online Crime Tip Portal.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the anonymous tip line or submit a tip through the department’s online portal.

What comes next

Authorities have not provided a timetable for additional updates. In fatal shootings, investigators typically coordinate with the coroner’s office to confirm identity and notify family before releasing a name, and then continue canvassing for witnesses and camera footage. Police have not said whether the shooting is believed to be targeted or random.

This story will be updated as additional verified details are released by investigators.