Louisville, Kentucky, December 16, 2025
Tracy Carter, an investigator with Louisville’s Office of Inspector General, has been arrested following a shooting incident in the Heritage Creek neighborhood. The shooting resulted in non-life-threatening injuries to a man who reported a verbal altercation with Carter prior to the incident. She faces charges of assault—domestic violence and is scheduled for arraignment soon. This incident raises concerns about law enforcement conduct in the area, particularly given several recent incidents involving police personnel.
Louisville, Kentucky
Investigator from Louisville’s Office of Inspector General Arrested in Shooting Incident
Tracy Carter, an investigator with Louisville’s Office of Inspector General (OIG), has been arrested following a shooting incident in the Heritage Creek neighborhood.
The incident occurred on Saturday night in the 8700 block of Warbler Branch Way, where a man sustained a gunshot wound to the arm. He was transported to the University of Louisville Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. According to court documents, Carter was arrested in connection with the shooting. The victim reported a verbal altercation with Carter, during which she allegedly fired at his vehicle from a garage. Carter admitted to shooting the victim in the arm when questioned by officers. She has been charged with assault—domestic violence and is scheduled for arraignment on Monday. Carter began her criminal justice career in 2018 as a probation and parole officer for the Kentucky Department of Corrections before joining the OIG as an investigator.
Background on the Office of Inspector General
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) was established by the Louisville Metro Government and began investigative operations on May 31, 2022. Since its inception, the OIG has initiated 18 mandated Officer Involved Shooting (OIS) case reviews, with many remaining open and active. In 2024, the OIG opened 50 cases, including 45 complaints and 5 mandated OIS reviews. These cases involved 76 LMPD employees, with 62 identified as accused, 14 as witnesses, and the remainder not identified or pending at the time of the report.
Recent Incidents Involving Law Enforcement Personnel in Louisville
Louisville has recently seen several incidents involving law enforcement personnel. In April 2025, a woman was stabbed outside of Jewish Hospital as she was leaving work. The suspect, Lacy Wilson, was arrested and charged with two counts of assault, fleeing police, and criminal trespassing. She was given a $100,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on April 22.
In June 2025, an 18-year-old man was arrested in connection with a shooting that killed a 14-year-old boy in June. The suspect, Aalijah Gray, was arraigned, and his bond was set at $150,000. The shooting occurred on June 14, 2025, in the 1600 block of Bulger Court, near South 11th Street, in Louisville’s Algonquin neighborhood.
These incidents highlight ongoing concerns regarding safety and conduct among law enforcement personnel in Louisville.
Key Features of the Incident Involving Tracy Carter
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Incident Date | Saturday night |
| Location | 8700 block of Warbler Branch Way, Heritage Creek neighborhood, Louisville, Kentucky |
| Victim’s Injury | Gunshot wound to the arm; non-life-threatening |
| Suspect | Tracy Carter, investigator with Louisville’s Office of Inspector General |
| Charges | Assault—domestic violence |
| Arraignment Date | Monday |
| Career Background of Suspect | Started as probation and parole officer in 2018; joined OIG as investigator |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What charges has Tracy Carter faced?
Tracy Carter has been charged with assault—domestic violence following a shooting incident in the Heritage Creek neighborhood. She is scheduled for arraignment on Monday.
What is the role of the Office of Inspector General in Louisville?
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) was established by the Louisville Metro Government to investigate complaints of alleged misconduct or criminal misconduct by law enforcement personnel. Since its inception in 2022, the OIG has initiated numerous investigations, including mandated Officer Involved Shooting (OIS) case reviews.
Have there been other recent incidents involving law enforcement in Louisville?
Yes, in April 2025, a woman was stabbed outside of Jewish Hospital as she was leaving work. The suspect, Lacy Wilson, was arrested and charged with two counts of assault, fleeing police, and criminal trespassing. She was given a $100,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on April 22.
What is the current status of the shooting incident involving Tracy Carter?
Tracy Carter has been arrested and charged with assault—domestic violence following the shooting incident in the Heritage Creek neighborhood. She is scheduled for arraignment on Monday.
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