Police: 2 found dead in Lexington home

Two people were found dead in a Lexington home on Friday afternoon, Nov. 6, and Lexington Police Chief Terrence Green is reassuring residents that “there is no known threat to the surrounding neighborhood or general public.”

The Lexington Police Department is conducting a death investigation after the two deceased individuals were found in a home in Lexington’s Whisper Lake neighborhood.

Police haven’t named the people found dead, nor have they described the cause of death.

“The scene is secured, and there is no known threat to the surrounding neighborhood or general public,” a Lexington Police Department news release says. “Residents should feel safe in their homes, and no additional precautions are necessary at this time.”

Green “reassures the public that there is no danger to the community,” the release added.

Police acknowledged a large law enforcement presence in the Whisper Lake neighborhood as the investigation unfolded.

“The department understands that an increased law enforcement presence in a residential area can cause concern among residents,” the release says. “We appreciate the community’s patience and understanding while officers complete their investigation.”