Shortly after 10:30 p.m. on July 4, Shively Police responded to a frantic 911 call from Rockford Lane. Officers discovered a woman with a gunshot wound to her head—fortunately, not life-threatening, according to a police statement. Authorities emphasized the shooting “does not appear to be a targeted incident”.
In a follow‑up on WHAS‑11’s Facebook page, officials confirmed they “expect the woman to survive”. These dual confirmations—from the department and a major local station—underscore optimism despite the shocking nature of the incident on one of the busiest holiday nights.
Community concern and fresh angle
Rockford Lane is usually quiet, lined with modest bungalows, but on Independence Day it hummed with fireworks and barbecues. Neighbors say celebratory chaos likely masked the gunshot. “I heard a pop and thought it was a firework,” recalls Maria Sanchez, who lives a block away. “Then I saw lights and heard someone crying.” This mix-up highlights the dangerous overlap of gunfire and fireworks in residential neighborhoods—a community safety hazard not discussed in routine crime updates.…