Rickie Allen Felts, a 62-year-old male, tragically lost his life to gun violence on Wednesday, June 9, 2021, in Louisville, Kentucky. The fatal shooting occurred in the Southland Park neighborhood. Following the incident, he was transported to the University of Louisville Hospital, where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries.
At this time, there is no publicly available information regarding any arrests that have been made in connection with the shooting.
Details about a suspect or suspects have not been released by law enforcement as the investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death continues.
Mr. Felts, who resided in Hickory, Kentucky, was a member of the Sheet Metal Workers Union Local 110 out of Louisville. He was remembered by loved ones as a man who enjoyed fishing, bicycling, hunting, and horses. He cherished the time he spent with his family. Memorial services were held the following week to honor his memory.