Crime
1 dead, 9 injured in mass shooting near Tennessee State University
At least 12 people were shot, including a 12-year-old girl and two 14-year-old girls who are expected to survive.
Nashville, Tennessee โ A tragic shooting incident occurred on Saturday evening near the Tennessee State University campus, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries.
The shooting took place around 5:30 PM on Jefferson Street and 27th Avenue North, approximately 20 minutes after the conclusion of the university’s homecoming parade.
At least 12 people were shot, including a 12-year-old girl and two 14-year-old girls who are expected to survive.
The other victims are between the ages of 30 and 50.
Sadly, a 24-year-old man succumbed to his injuries.
Detectives are currently interviewing victims at local hospitals to gather more information about the incident.
The shooting occurred after the crowd had begun to disperse following the homecoming festivities.
Police believe that gunfire was exchanged between two groups located on opposite sides of the street, resulting in innocent bystanders being caught in the crossfire.
While the exact number of shooters involved remains unclear, authorities believe at least one shooter was present.
A handgun has been recovered from the scene, and police believe handguns were the weapons used in the shooting.
Nashville Mayor Freddie O’Connell condemned the senseless act of violence and expressed his condolences to the victims and their families. He praised the first responders for their swift response and assistance.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. โ Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.