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.
Crime
14-Year-Old Middleton High School Student Carson Chrapkowski Dies After Bicycle Crash, Driver Alyssa Anderson Arrested
MIDDLETON, Idaho โ A 14-year-old Middleton High School student has died after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle near the high school Friday night, according to the Middleton Police Department.
The teenager was transported by Life Flight to St. Lukeโs Boise following the crash but died from his injuries early Saturday morning.
Middleton police said the crash involved a vehicle and a bicyclist near Middleton High School. The 14-year-old suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Boise hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Police announced Saturday morning that the young bicyclist had succumbed to his injuries.
The teen was identified in the information provided for this report as Carson Chrapkowski, a Middleton High School student. However, the police departmentโs public statement did not release the teenagerโs name.
Police arrested 41-year-old Alyssa Louise Anderson in connection with the crash. Anderson was booked into the Canyon County Jail.
According to police, Anderson is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an injury accident.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances leading up to the collision or the specific allegations supporting the DUI charge.
The crash remains under investigation by the Middleton Police Department and Idaho State Police. Investigators have not released further information about the sequence of events or whether additional charges could be filed.
Police said they are continuing to work to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The Middleton Police Department expressed condolences to the teenagerโs parents, family, friends, classmates and others affected by his death as the community mourns the loss of a young student.