In the quiet community of Stopover, Kentucky, a tragic event unfolded on Friday, March 18, 2022, that claimed the life of 20-year-old Jaion Divins of Ohio. The Kentucky State Police Pikeville Post received a call reporting a shooting at a residence on Widows Branch Road. Upon their arrival, troopers and investigators discovered a grim scene with three individuals having been shot.
Jaion Divins and another young man, 21-year-old Lendin Ellis, also from Ohio, suffered fatal gunshot wounds and were pronounced deceased at the scene by the Pike County Coroner's Office. A third victim, who has not been publicly identified, sustained a gunshot wound and was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment. The initial investigation pointed to a double homicide, shaking the small community.
Kentucky State Police have stated that the investigation is ongoing, with Detective Joseph Coleman leading the inquiry. As of now, public records and news reports have not indicated any arrests have been made in connection with the deaths of Jaion Divins and Lendin Ellis. Details regarding any potential suspects or a motive for the shooting have not been released to the public as the investigation continues.
