Louisville, Kentucky, January 16, 2026
A Louisville man, Carlos Garcia-Romero, has been arrested after allegedly shooting his ex-girlfriend while she was in a vehicle with her 2-year-old child. The incident unfolded near Iroquois Park, with the victim suffering non-life-threatening injuries. Garcia-Romero, who is in a relationship with the victim’s ex-wife, claimed the shooting was accidental. He faces charges of second-degree assault and has been detained at the local corrections facility. This incident raises concerns about rising gun violence in the area.
Louisville Man Arrested for Shooting Ex-Girlfriend in Car with 2-Year-Old
Louisville, Kentucky – A Louisville man has been arrested and charged with multiple offenses after allegedly shooting his ex-girlfriend while she was in a car with her 2-year-old child. The incident occurred on January 14, 2026, in the 5200 block of New Cut Road, near Iroquois Park.
Details of the Incident
According to Louisville Metro Police, officers responded to reports of a shooting just before 9 p.m. Upon arrival, they found a woman with a gunshot wound. She was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The woman identified 28-year-old Carlos Garcia-Romero as the shooter. Garcia-Romero is currently dating the woman’s ex-wife, with whom she shares a child.
Charges and Arrest
Garcia-Romero was arrested and charged with second-degree assault. During questioning, he admitted to the shooting, claiming the gun accidentally discharged while he was attempting to scare the victim. He also stated that he later disposed of the weapon in a nearby dumpster. Garcia-Romero is being held at the Louisville Metro Department of Corrections.
Background Information
This incident is part of a series of recent shootings in the Louisville area. On January 13, 2026, a 15-year-old was injured after being struck by an impaired driver in Sellersburg, Indiana. Additionally, on January 12, 2026, a Louisville man was charged after firing three shots during a road rage incident in Elizabethtown, Kentucky. These events highlight ongoing concerns about gun violence and impaired driving in the region.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What happened in the shooting incident on January 14, 2026?
A Louisville man, Carlos Garcia-Romero, was arrested for allegedly shooting his ex-girlfriend while she was in a car with her 2-year-old child in the 5200 block of New Cut Road, near Iroquois Park.
What charges has Carlos Garcia-Romero faced?
Garcia-Romero has been charged with second-degree assault. He admitted to the shooting, claiming the gun accidentally discharged while he was attempting to scare the victim.
Is the 2-year-old child safe?
Yes, the child was unharmed during the incident. The mother, who was the victim, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to the hospital.
What other recent shootings have occurred in the Louisville area?
On January 13, 2026, a 15-year-old was injured after being struck by an impaired driver in Sellersburg, Indiana. On January 12, 2026, a Louisville man was charged after firing three shots during a road rage incident in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 5200 block of New Cut Road, near Iroquois Park, Louisville, Kentucky |
| Date and Time | January 14, 2026, just before 9 p.m. |
| Victim | Female with non-life-threatening gunshot wound |
| Suspect | Carlos Garcia-Romero, 28, arrested and charged with second-degree assault |
| Relationship | Suspect dating the victim’s ex-wife, with whom she shares a child |
| Weapon | Disposed of in a nearby dumpster by the suspect |
| Recent Related Incidents | 15-year-old injured by impaired driver in Sellersburg, Indiana, on January 13, 2026; Road rage shooting in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, on January 12, 2026 |
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