LONDON, Ky. (LEX18) — One year ago, Laurel County endured one of the most terrifying and unforgettable moments after a man opened fire on I-75, and injured five people.

On Sept. 7, 2024, 32-year-old Joseph Couch opened fire on vehicles traveling I-75 near Exit 49 in London, striking nine vehicles and injuring five people. The rampage triggered a nearly two-week manhunt that shut down schools, emptied streets, and kept the community on edge.

Yet, like so many times before, London came back stronger.

LEX18 was in London the night of the shooting and covered the events to follow extensively until the very end.

Police say Couch appeared to be firing from a steep angle, hitting vehicles at random.

Authorities later confirmed Couch had a military background. According to an affidavit, he ha

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