In the spring of 2022, the life of Malcolm Xavier Long, a 29-year-old man, was tragically cut short in Lexington, Kentucky. On the afternoon of Tuesday, May 24, police were called to the 400 block of Locust Avenue, near Castlewood Park, following reports of a shooting. Upon their arrival, officers discovered Long with a fatal gunshot wound.
The Fayette County Coroner's Office pronounced Malcolm Long dead at the scene at 4:43 p.m.
His death was quickly classified as a homicide, marking the eighth such case in Lexington for that month alone. Investigators from the Lexington Police Department began an inquiry into the circumstances surrounding the shooting, urging anyone with information to come forward. They specifically requested that residents in the vicinity check their home surveillance footage for any details that might aid their investigation.
Known affectionately to some as 'Diddi Bop,' Malcolm was remembered for his goofy and fun-loving nature. Born on December 23, 1992, he was a product of the Fayette County Public School System. His passing left a void in the lives of his family, including his two children, parents, and siblings.
In the days that followed, the investigation into Malcolm Long's death continued, though details about potential suspects or motives were not publicly released. The community was left to mourn the loss of a young life, as authorities worked to piece together the events of that fatal afternoon. As of now, public records do not indicate that an arrest has been made in connection with the homicide.
