Hopkinsville Man Charged After Shooting

A Hopkinsville man was charged with trafficking drugs after a shooting on Butler Road near the intersection of East 1st Street Friday morning.

Hopkinsville Police say 21-year-old Douglas King was shot in the foot during an altercation at his home on Butler Road.

King was taken to Jennie Stuart Medical Center by ambulance for non-life-threatening injuries.

King was reportedly found to have marijuana and a handgun. He is charged with possession of a handgun by a convicted felon, possession of marijuana and tampering with physical evidence.

Police are continuing to investigate the shooting and have not released any information on possible suspects.

 

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