One man was killed and five others wounded in a shooting early Saturday morning at the El Cid building at the corner of National Avenue and Walton Avenue. Here are links to the news reports from the Lexington Herald-Leader, WKYT-TV , WTVQ-TV and WLEX-TV
Warehouse Block owner Chad Walker had this statement:
Dear Neighbors,
Early Saturday morning, a shooting occurred at 701 National Ave., occupied by El Cid. In an effort to keep everyone informed, I will relay everything we know about the incident. We have been attempting to evict El Cid for months for a multitude of reasons, including changing the initial approved concept from restaurant to “club.” This is the first full eviction Walker Properties has had to endure in 15 years. On Wednesday this past week, a judge issued a final writ that mandated El Cid vacate the building on or before Monday, Aug. 12.
Fortunately, we had just installed a camera that captured the event. I can confirm this was not a “drive-by shooting” and was likely not “random.” Video evidence that captured the entirety of the event was turned over to the Lexington Police Department.
Our thoughts and hearts go out to the victim’s family, first and foremost. We strive to be a community-driven neighborhood that places safety above all else. My personal gauge is that I want a neighborhood my nieces can visit anytime, day or night, and not feel threatened. Unfortunately, no manner of safety protocols could have prevented the incident last night. The shooter stopped, exited the vehicle and opened fire for about four seconds.
Thanks to the immediate response of the Lexington Police Department, the area was secured within five minutes following the initial shot. I was alerted this morning and immediately met with Lexington Police to review evidence footage.
Our neighborhood is strong. Not one business elected to stay closed today. I am hosting an event right across the street at Epping’s tonight, and I’m not changing my schedule. I feel confident the shooter will be caught very soon. If you would like to speak with me direct, my door is always open.
Thanks for the support and have a great weekend.
Sincerely,
Chad T. Walker
859 227-0774
For the first time since 2019, Mentelle neighborhood will have a home and garden tour as a fundraiser for the neighborhood association. The tour will be Sunday, Sept. 15 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Several homes and gardens will be featured. It’s a great opportunity to appreciate the beautiful architecture and landscaping of our neighborhood — and to invite your friends to enjoy it, too! Tickets will cost $10 with cash, $12 with card and will be available that day on the Mentelle Park median closest to Cramer Avenue. More details to come!
Thanks to everyone who came out for the neighborhood social event Sunday afternoon at Trifecta Glass Studio on Walton Avenue. The glass piece made during the demonstration sold for $950, a portion of which will benefit the Mentelle Neighborhood Association. (Photos by Shelby Reynolds)
Mentelle neighborhood residents and their families are invited to a glass blowing demonstration and social event on Sunday from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. 
Mentelle neighborhood residents and their families are invited to a glass blowing demonstration and social event on Sunday, June 23, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. 
Have any extra books, plants, cuttings or seeds you would like to share with neighbors? (And get a few for yourself?) Then come to the neighborhood Plant & Book Swap in the Mentelle Park median nearest Cramer Avenue today, beginning at 2 p.m.