“Brian Cornelius Obituary and Death: 47, and Unnamed 14-Year-Old Killed, Derek Johnson, 37, Injured in Deadly Shooting in Alexandria, Kentucky; Richard Fessler, 18, Arrested and Charged with Murder and Attempted Murder”
A tragic shooting occurred in Alexandria, Kentucky, on Friday, leaving two individuals dead and one injured. The victims, Brian Cornelius, 47, and a 14-year-old male, were found with fatal gunshot wounds at 6 N. Cottonwood Court. Derek Johnson, 37, was discovered with numerous gunshot wounds in a bystander’s car and was taken to UC Medical Center for treatment. He is expected to make a full recovery.
The suspect, Richard Fessler, 18, was taken into custody by the Alexandria police early on Saturday morning. He has been charged with two counts of murder and one count of attempted murder. Fessler is currently being held at the Campbell County Detention Center.
The shooting took place on Ridgewood Drive around 8 p.m. on Friday. Dispatchers reported only one victim, but as the situation unfolded, it became clear that multiple individuals were affected. The circumstances surrounding the shooting are still unknown, as few details have been made available by the responding officers.
The police were called to the location around 3:45 p.m. after a vehicle saw a man outside who appeared to have been hit by gunshots. Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered Johnson in a bystander’s car with numerous gunshot wounds. Following Johnson’s shooting at 6 N. Cottonwood, Fessler escaped in a black Ford Focus, according to Johnson’s statement to the authorities.
When the police entered the house, they found the two victims had died. Fessler was taken into custody after the police were summoned to a residence near Washington Trace Road around 1 a.m. on Saturday.
The bystander who assisted Johnson, Ambyr Schnitzler, told Fox19 that she was driving through the area when she noticed a man running down a cul-de-sac, covered in blood and waving his arms. She pulled over to provide assistance and, upon noticing that he was hurt and bleeding, bandaged his wounds while calling 911.
The community is in shock and mourning the loss of Brian Cornelius and the unnamed 14-year-old. The police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting and have urged anyone with information to come forward.
As the investigation continues, the police have praised the quick actions of Ambyr Schnitzler, who helped save Johnson’s life. Her bravery and selflessness in the face of tragedy are a testament to the kindness and compassion of the community.
The families of the victims are in the thoughts and prayers of the community, and support is being offered to those affected by this tragic event.
In conclusion, the shooting in Alexandria, Kentucky, has left two individuals dead and one injured. The suspect, Richard Fessler, has been taken into custody and charged with murder and attempted murder. The community is coming together to support the families of the victims and to mourn the loss of two precious lives.
