The Lexington Police Department has arrested one person in connection with an assault that occurred on August 16.
On August 16, 2024, officers were dispatched to a local hospital for a female victim who had been physically assaulted. During the investigation, detectives learned that a male suspect had assaulted the female at a residence on Georgetown Street.
Detectives identified Kurt Smith, 40, as the suspect. Smith was arrested on August 22, 2024 and charged with Assault 1st Degree. He is currently being held at the Fayette County Detention Center.
Detectives are asking anyone with information to contact the Lexington Police at (859) 258-3600. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Bluegrass Crime Stoppers by calling (859) 253-2020, online at www.bluegrasscrimestoppers.com, or through the P3 Tips app at www.p3tips.com.
