On the evening of September 1, 2020, a 25-year-old male named Demontay Young was found with multiple gunshot wounds in Louisville, Kentucky. The shooting occurred in the Southland Park neighborhood, specifically in the 6800 block of Southside Drive. Louisville Metro Police Department officers responded to the scene at approximately 8:30 p.m.
Upon their arrival, officers discovered Young in critical condition.
He was immediately transported to the University of Louisville Hospital for medical attention. Despite the efforts of medical personnel, he succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead shortly before midnight. The Jefferson County Coroner's Office later confirmed that the cause of his death was multiple gunshot wounds.
Known to his friends and family as 'Monty,' Demontay Young was born on February 12, 1995. He attended Waggoner High School and had been employed by Faurecia and Radial. At one point, he had moved to Tennessee to live with family and work. Those who knew him remembered his vibrant personality.
The Louisville Metro Police Department's Major Crimes Unit is handling the ongoing investigation into his death. To date, no arrests have been made in connection with the shooting, and authorities have not released any information about potential suspects. Law enforcement has asked for the public's help and encouraged anyone with information to contact their anonymous tip line.
