Crime
Schenectady High School 9th grader 15-year-old Dubar Knowles killed in shooting
UPDATE: Schenectady Police have identified the 15-year-old homicide victim from last night’s shooting on Congress Street as Dubar T. Knowles, of Schenectady.
The 13-year-old female victim is also from Schenectady and is currently recovering from surgery at a local hospital for a gunshot wound.
She is in stable condition.
Medina Knowles, the sister of the victim in this case, was tragically murdered by her then-20-year-old boyfriend, Raekwon Stover, in September 2016. Stover, who was dating the 17-year-old Medina, coerced her into prostitution, forcing her to engage in sexual acts for money.
When Medina refused to continue this harmful and exploitative behavior, prosecutors allege that Stover became enraged. In a violent act committed in front of Medina’s young son and siblings, Stover fatally shot her in the head.
This horrific incident highlights the devastating consequences of human trafficking and the importance of raising awareness about this serious issue.
ORIGINAL REPORT:
On the evening of October 12, 2024, at approximately 11:20pm, Schenectady police officers responded to the 1100 block of Congress Street for multiple reports of shots fired.
Upon arrival, officers observed a large crowd running from the area and located a 15-year-old male in the backyard of 1122 Congress Street, suffering from a gunshot wound to his torso.
While investigating, officers were made aware of an additional victim from the incident several blocks away, on Chrisler Avenue.
There they located a 13-year-old female suffering from a gunshot wound to her head/neck area.
Both victims were assisted by the Schenectady Fire Department and brought to area hospitals.
The 15-year-old male victim has died at the hospital from his injuries and the 13-year-old female victim is currently in stable condition and receiving treatment.
Through the preliminary investigation, it appears the victims and multiple other juveniles were attending a party at 1122 Congress Street when the suspect, or suspects, began shooting.
At this time, Schenectady police detectives and investigators from the New York State Police are actively investigating the incident.
There is currently no one in custody. Detectives are asking for
the public’s assistance in this investigation and those with information are asked to call our Tips Line at: 518-788-6566.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — 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.