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Louisville Officer Indicted for Manslaughter, Arraignment June 22

6/16/2026

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Police officer Nathan Stotts was indicted on manslaughter and reckless homicide for the May 30 shooting of Martin Nitzken Jr.
The indictment followed Stotts’ resignation after Louisville police began his termination process.
Arraignment is scheduled for June 22.
The department will send its investigative findings to the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council, which will decide whether to revoke Stotts’ certification.

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Story summary

Police officer Nathan Stotts was indicted on manslaughter and reckless homicide for the May 30 shooting of Martin Nitzken Jr.
The indictment followed Stotts’ resignation after Louisville police began his termination process.
Arraignment is scheduled for June 22.
The department will send its investigative findings to the Kentucky Law Enforcement Council, which will decide whether to revoke Stotts’ certification.