From Law & Crime · · 1m 50s
Man and Woman Shot in Kentucky Car Fire Incident
Woman shot in head after rubbernecking burning car on Kentucky road.
In brief
Woman shot in head after rubbernecking burning car on Kentucky road. A man and woman were driving near a burning car in Louisville, Kentucky when they heard a loud bang and discovered the woman had been shot in the head. Originally reported by Law & Crime.
Incident Overview
A man and woman were driving by a burning car on Poplar Level Road in Louisville, Kentucky when they heard a loud bang.
Injuries Sustained
The man was grazed on the arm with a bullet while the woman was shot in the head.
Hospitalization
The couple went to a residence on Twin Oak Lane where police caught them at 9 p.m. and took both to a hospital.
Charges Against Suspect
Gabriel Eduardo Rodriguez, 19, was charged with first-degree wanton endangerment, receiving a stolen firearm, and first- and second-degree assault.
Arrest Details
Rodriguez was booked into jail on Monday after police found a stolen handgun at his residence.
Court Appearance
Rodriguez appeared in court on Tuesday and pleaded not guilty with a $25,000 bond.
Bond Conditions
He cannot possess weapons or contact the victims or witnesses while on bond.
Next Steps
Rodriguez is expected back in court next week for further proceedings.
Injury Details
The woman has a bullet permanently lodged in her skull despite non-life-threatening injuries.
Timeline
The incident occurred on July 8, 2026, when the couple drove onto East Indian Trail in Louisville.
Police Investigation
Police found a vehicle of interest on Poplar Level Road and determined Rodriguez drove a second vehicle involved in the shooting.
Motive Unclear
It is not clear whether there was a motive behind the shooting or why it took months for Rodriguez to be charged.
Legal Status
Rodriguez is expected to return to court next week for further proceedings.
The headline
A man and woman were driving near a burning car in Louisville, Kentucky when they heard a loud bang and discovered the woman had been shot in the head.
