Lexington family speaks out after teen is killed in Saturday mass shooting

A Lexington family is speaking publicly after a teenager was killed in a mass shooting that occurred on Saturday, according to WKYT. The report says the family identified the teen as Di'Zhon Robertson and described the death as devastating for relatives and the broader community.

In its update, WKYT said the family’s remarks focus on the loss of a young person and the impact of the shooting on those who knew him. Robertson’s death has prompted renewed attention in Lexington on how quickly gun violence can upend families and local neighborhoods.

The shooting prompted an active law-enforcement response in Lexington, and investigators have been working to determine what happened and how the violence unfolded, WKYT reported. As of Tuesday’s report, the case remained under investigation, with authorities still focused on assembling facts, identifying those involved, and determining what charges, if any, may follow.

WKYT’s report also underscores that mass-casualty incidents create immediate needs beyond the criminal investigation, including support for survivors, grief counseling for those close to victims, and ongoing security planning for schools and other community institutions. For families, the aftermath often extends into court timelines and investigative processes that can take months to resolve.

The family’s public comments come as Lexington residents seek transparency and accountability from the investigation. Law enforcement officials typically coordinate information releases to avoid compromising evidence, and families often remain reliant on official updates while records are developed and interviews conducted.

As investigators continue their work, the next steps are likely to include additional investigative findings, further public statements from police, and any subsequent legal actions that may be filed in court. The family’s decision to speak out also highlights how families can become a focal point for community attention while the factual record is still being established.

WKYT published the report with Robertson’s family speaking out and used a photo credited to the station, placing a human face on the tragedy while the case remains in the hands of investigators.