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 – 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.
Crime
Indiana Man Arrested for Allegedly Threatening to Assassinate President Trump in TikTok Videos
A 23-year-old Indiana man has been arrested and charged with making threats against former President Donald Trump after allegedly posting multiple threatening videos on TikTok, federal authorities announced Thursday.
According to a criminal complaint filed by the FBI, Douglas Thrams posted a series of videos between Monday—when Trump was inaugurated—and Wednesday, in which he allegedly threatened anti-government violence and called for the assassination of the former president.
In one of the videos cited in the complaint, Thrams reportedly stated, “Every U.S. government building needs to be bombed immediately.” He further escalated his rhetoric by saying, “He [Trump] needs to be assassinated, and this time, don’t… miss,” using explicit language.
Authorities noted that Thrams’ statements were particularly concerning in light of previous assassination attempts targeting Trump, including an incident last year at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where the former president sustained a minor injury to his ear.
Additionally, an FBI affidavit revealed that in another video, Thrams was seen holding a rifle and tapping it, an action investigators interpreted as an implied threat.
Thrams was taken into custody on Thursday and has been charged with “interstate communications with a threat to injure,” a federal offense.
The case remains under investigation, and authorities have not disclosed any further potential threats. Thrams is expected to appear in federal court in the coming days.