Woman Arrested for Downtown Louisville Shooting

Authorities say the 22-year-old suspect sent threatening messages before the incident.

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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Police in Louisville, Kentucky have arrested a 22-year-old woman named Jamia Wilson in connection with an early morning shooting incident in the downtown area. The victim suffered a minor graze wound to the arm and was treated at a local hospital. Wilson allegedly sent threatening texts and voicemails to the victim before going to their home with a gun, where the weapon accidentally discharged during a confrontation.

Why it matters

Gun violence and threats of violence in downtown Louisville are concerning for public safety, especially as the city works to revitalize its urban core. This incident highlights the need for better conflict resolution and de-escalation training, as well as improved mental health resources, to prevent such altercations from turning deadly.

The details

According to police, Wilson went to the victim's home around 4:30 a.m. on Saturday with a gun. During a confrontation, the gun accidentally discharged, grazing the victim's arm. Wilson told authorities she had been waving the gun around and that it went off unintentionally. She also said she threw the gun under a car before police arrived. Wilson has been charged with second-degree assault and tampering with physical evidence.

  • The incident occurred around 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 7, 2026.

The players

Jamia Wilson

A 22-year-old woman who was arrested in connection with the downtown Louisville shooting incident.

The Victim

The person who suffered a minor graze wound to the arm during the confrontation with Wilson.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The judge in the case will decide on Tuesday whether or not to allow Jamia Wilson out on bail.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for better conflict resolution and de-escalation training, as well as improved mental health resources, to prevent such altercations from turning deadly in downtown Louisville.