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Nelson County Man Dies From Self-Inflicted Shot After Deputies Fired, Sheriff Says

State police report no officer injuries as investigators move forward with an autopsy in Louisville.

Overview

  • Authorities identified the suspect as 37-year-old Terry Carney of Bardstown following a domestic weapons 911 call around 3:45 p.m.
  • Deputies tried to stop Carney after he left the home, and police say he rammed a cruiser, prompting an officer to fire at his vehicle.
  • A pursuit ended in the 400 block of Woodlawn Road where Carney drove off the roadway, exited his truck, and fired a gun as officers returned fire.
  • Nelson County Sheriff Ramon Pineiroa said Carney died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound, and five deputies were involved in the incident.
  • Kentucky State Police said no officers were injured and confirmed the case remains under investigation with an autopsy scheduled in Louisville.