Live updates: 6 dead, more hospitalized after shooting in Louisville. Friends mourn victims

Six people are dead and eight more have been hospitalized after an active shooter opened fire in downtown Louisville Monday morning, according to the Louisville Metro Police Department.

The shooting occurred at Old National Bank in the 300 block of E. Main Street, which is near Louisville Slugger Field. The FBI and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives were both responding to the scene.

LMPD confirmed later Monday morning the shooter is dead, and identified him as Connor Sturgeon, a 25-year-old employee of Old National Bank.

The FBI has developed a website for tips regarding the shooting. The FBI said those with information can also call 502-574-LMPD.

“We mourn with the city, but we are resolute in our determination to find answers,” the FBI said in a tweet Monday.

The fifth victim of the shooting died late Monday after they were taken to a hospital, bringing the total death count to six, including the shooter.

“The death toll from today’s tragic event in Louisville has now risen to five lost,” Gov. Andy Beshear said in a tweet Monday night. “My heart breaks for these families, Louisville and our entire commonwealth. Please join Britainy and me in sending all our love and prayers to everyone affected.”

Among the injured were two Louisville police officers, one of whom was in critical condition after he was shot in the head, police said.

Louisville mayor: Shooter was armed with AR-15

9:20 a.m. - Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg confirmed in an interview with CBS Tuesday morning that Sturgeon used an AR-15 in Monday’s shooting.

Greenberg didn’t make additional comments during the interview regarding how the gun was purchased.

Reports: Critically injured officer is making progress

8:30 a.m. — LMPD officer Nickolas Wilt, who was shot in the head during Monday’s mass shooting incident at Old National Bank, is still in critical condition but has shown signs of progress, according to reports.

“We fortunately got some good news last night,” Mayor Craig Greenberg told Gayle King on CBS Mornings. “Officer Wilt is still in critical condition, but he did make some positive progress throughout the day.”

LMPD is still gathering information on Sturgeon and will release anything new when it’s appropriate. WDRB reporter Sterling Hicks also reported LMPD has body worn camera footage and will release that as well.

There will be a press conference with more information Tuesday at 11:30 a.m., according to Hicks.

Fla. senator: My friend was killed in Louisville

6:40 a.m. - Sen. Rick Scott, a Republican from Florida, tweeted Monday night that he lost a friend in Monday’s mass shooting.

“My friend Tommy Elliott was killed today in Louisville,” Scott said. “He was my banker for many years. This news is very shocking and sad for Ann and me. He did so much in the Louisville community, and we pray for his family during this awful time.”

Elliott, 63, was a senior vice president at Old National Bank. He was also a longtime friend of Beshear, who mourned Elliott publicly following Monday’s shooting.

“Tommy Elliott helped me build my law career,” said Beshear, who was visibly upset. “Helped me become governor. Gave me advice on being a good dad. He was one of the people I talked to most in the world, and very rarely were we talking about my job. He was an incredible friend.”

Thomas Elliott, bank VP and Beshear ‘close friend,’ among dead in Louisville shooting

Fifth victim dies after bank shooting

9:30 p.m. –A fifth victim has died following the mass shooting at a bank in downtown Louisville, the city’s police department confirmed late Monday.

Louisville Metro Police identified the victim as Deana Eckert, 57, in a tweet posted just after 9 p.m.

Four other victims were identified earlier in the day — all employees of Old National Bank, where the shooting took place.

The shooter also died at the scene after being shot by responding officers.

Old National Bank issues statement

8:50 p.m. - Old National Bancorp issued this statement about the shooting Monday night: “There are no words to adequately describe the sadness and devastation that our Old National family is experiencing as we grieve the tragic loss of our team members and pray for the recovery of all those who were injured,” said ONB CEO Jim Ryan.

“Obviously, this is an incredibly difficult situation, and our entire focus is on making sure that everyone affected has the support and assistance they need,” Ryan said. “On behalf of everyone at Old National, I also want to acknowledge and thank Louisville law enforcement, the medical community and state and local officials for their incredible response to this tragedy. And finally, we ask you to please continue to pray for all those affected.”

LMPD identifies victims, suspect of shooting

3 p.m. – The identities of the victims from Monday’s shooting in downtown Louisville have been released.

The victims were Thomas Elliott, 63; Josh Barrick; 40, Juliana Farmer, 45; and James Tutt, 64, according to LMPD Interim Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel.

The suspect was identified as Connor Sturgeon, 25, according to Gwinn-Villaroel. Sturgeon was employed at Old National Bank, and he used a rifle to kill the four victims, Gwinn-Villaroel said.

Sturgeon was live-streaming as the shooting occurred, according to Gwinn-Villaroel. It’s unknown how he got access to the rifle.

Sturgeon had no criminal record, Gwinn-Villaroel said.

Sturgeon fired at officers who first arrived on the scene Monday morning, according to Gwinn-Villaroel. LMPD returned fire. Two officers were shot.

Sturgeon was shot and killed by LMPD officers, Gwinn-Villaroel confirmed.

Officer Nickolas Wilt, 26, was shot in the head and is in critical but stable condition, Gwinn-Villaroel said. Wilt had just graduated from the police academy on March 31.

Wilt was one of the nine victims who survived the shooting, according to Gwinn-Villaroel. Three are in critical condition, three are in non-critical condition and three have been treated and released from the hospital.

Flags ordered at half-staff until Friday evening

3 p.m. – Gov. Andy Beshear ordered that flags across Kentucky be at half-staff in honor of the victims of Monday’s fatal mass shooting at downtown Louisville.

ATF: Investigation underway in a Louisville neighborhood

2:45 p.m. - The ATF confirmed Monday it was working with LMPD at the 1500 block of Taylor Avenue in Louisville. Investigators were on scene and the activity was connected to the shooting at Old Traditional Bank, but further information was not provided.

Sean Morrow, special agent in charge of the Louisville Division of the ATF, said in a statement LMPD should be commended for the agency’s response.

“Our hearts are heavy for Louisville,” Morrow said. “We are praying for families who lost loved ones and for those fighting for their lives today because of another senseless act of violence. The dangers faced by our police officers are real and they are constant. LMPD should be commended for such a courageous response and for running into harms way to protect this city.”

Officials to provide more info this afternoon

2:30 p.m. — A press conference will take place Monday at 3 p.m. to provide updates on Monday’s mass shooting at Old National Bank in downtown Louisville, according to LMPD. Mayor Craig Greenberg, Gov. Andy Beshear, UofL Health Chief Medical Officer Dr. Jason Smith and other officials are expected to be in attendance.

Family reunification center set up in Louisville

12:45 p.m. — A family assistance and reunification center has been setup in downtown Louisville for families affected by Monday’s mass shooting, according to police and Mayor Craig Greenberg.

The location for the assistance center is at the Kentucky International Convention Center on the corner of South Market Street and South 3rd Street, according to Greenberg.

“Victims and family members please go to this location for updates,” Greenberg said in a tweet.

LMPD said the location reunification center is at the convention center in room M100 on the corner of West Jefferson Street and South 4th Street.

Separate shooting in Louisville leaves another man dead

12:30 p.m. — An additional shooting, separate from the shooting at Old National Bank, left one man dead and another person injured, according to reports.

It happened at the Jefferson Community and Technical College/Technical Campus on South 8th Street and West Chestnut Street at approximately 11:30 a.m., Major Russell Miller of the Louisville Metro Police Department told media members. The shooting happened outside the school building and witnesses saw multiple suspects get into a vehicle and drive away, according to WDRB.

One man was killed and another was injured, according to multiple reports, including a report from Louisville Public Media.

The shooting was unrelated to the prior mass shooting, according to multiple reports.

Old National Bank offering support to those affected

11:55 a.m. — Old National Bank put out a statement Monday morning after the deadly shooting. The bank said its executive team, including its CEO, are en route to Louisville.

“The safety of Old National Bank employees and everyone we serve in our banking center locations is paramount,” said Old National CEO Jim Ryan in a Facebook post. “As we await more details, we are deploying employee assistance support and keeping everyone affected by this tragedy in our thoughts and prayers.”

Police: Shooter had ties to bank

11:20 a.m. — The shooter that’s responsible for five deaths and eight injuries from an active shooter situation at Old National Bank in downtown Louisville Monday had connections to the bank, according to Deputy Chief Col. Paul Humphrey with LMPD.

The shooter’s exact connection to the bank is unknown, but he was either an employee or former employee, Humphrey said. Humphrey said more information was still under investigation.

The shooting was first reported at 8:30 a.m., police said. The bank had been scheduled to open at 9 a.m., according to its online hours.

This is a developing story and will be updated.