In the early morning hours of July 29, 2022, in Louisville, Kentucky, 48-year-old Torie Darnice Myers, a female, was found shot and killed inside a vehicle. The incident occurred around 6:30 a.m. near the intersection of South Brook and East Kentucky streets in the Old Louisville area. Responding to reports of a double shooting, Louisville Metro Police officers discovered Myers deceased at the scene.
A male victim, identified as Matthew Frazier, was also found at the scene, having been shot multiple times in the middle of the street. Frazier was transported to the University of Louisville Hospital in critical condition.
The investigation into the double shooting led to the arrest of Jaaron McAtee. According to court records, McAtee was charged with murder for the death of Torie Myers and attempted murder for the shooting of Matthew Frazier. Witnesses reported to police that McAtee and Frazier had been involved in an argument the night before the fatal shooting. The Louisville Metro Police Department's Homicide Unit is handling the ongoing investigation.
Torie Myers was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and daughter. She was known for her dedication to her family and her vibrant personality. Myers was an active member of her community and was passionate about her motorcycle club. Her death was a significant loss to those who knew her, and her case contributed to the city's growing number of homicides for that year.
