Two people airlifted to UK Hospital after shooting in Laurel County

EAST BERNSTADT, Ky. (WTVQ) – A woman and a man were shot during an altercation at a home in East Bernstadt Monday evening, according to the Laurel County Sheriff’s Office.

Investigators say 47-year old Pamela Newcomb was shot in the stomach at a home on Hazel Patch Road shortly after 8:00 p.m.  She was airlifted to UK Hospital in Lexington with what were described as serious injuries.

Investigators say the other victim, Ricky Eddie Eversole, showed up at a hospital in Somerset with a gunshot wound to a shoulder.  He was airlifted to UK Hospital in Lexington with what deputies described as serious injuries.

Investigators say the altercation occurred between the female homeowner and a man, who may have been one of two subjects outside the residence.  They say gunfire was exchanged, leaving Newcomb and Eversole shot.

Investigators say the circumstances surrounding the altercation remain under investigation.