Crime
Medical student murdered by ex-boyfriend during cancer walk at Shelby Farms Park in Memphis
Several park-goers watched in horror as the woman was gunned down.
UPDATE: A tragic shooting incident occurred on Saturday at Shelby Farms Park, resulting in the death of a 22-year-old woman identified as Ellie Claire Young.
A 26-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 22-year-old Ellie Claire Young on Saturday at Shelby Farms Park.
Jackson Hopper, the victim’s ex-boyfriend, has been charged with first-degree murder.
Authorities have confirmed that the shooting was domestic-related, stemming from a previous relationship between Hopper and Young.
The shooting took place around 12:15 PM in the parking lot of the Visitor Center. Emergency medical services responded to the scene, but sadly, Young was pronounced deceased by Memphis Fire Department paramedics.
The suspect fled the scene following the shooting, leading to a multi-county high-speed pursuit that involved law enforcement agencies from Shelby County, Tipton County, and Lauderdale County.
The pursuit transitioned through these counties, with the suspect driving recklessly against oncoming traffic on Highway 51.
Dyer County Deputy Newman heroically performed a PIT maneuver to stop the suspect’s vehicle just inside Dyer County.
The suspect was taken into custody and transported to a local emergency room for evaluation.
A loaded handgun was recovered from the suspect’s vehicle.
Dyer County Sheriff Jeff Box stated, โOur agency is praying for the family of the young woman and we are thankful Sgt. Waller and Deputy Newman were not hurt as they performed their sworn duties to serve and protect our citizens. Furthermore, we appreciate all the agencies coming together which include Shelby County, Tipton County, Lauderdale County, Mason PD, and the THP.โ
ORIGINAL REPORT:
Memphis, TN โ A tragic shooting incident occurred on Saturday afternoon at Shelby Farms Park, resulting in the death of a woman.
The shooting took place around 12:15 PM in the parking lot of the Visitor Center.
Emergency medical services responded to the scene, but unfortunately, the victim was pronounced deceased by Memphis Fire Department paramedics.
Sources informed Channel2 NOW that the woman was a cancer survivor.
The suspect fled the scene in a white vehicle following the shooting.
The Shelby County Sheriff’s Office (SCSO) has announced that a person of interest has been detained in Dyer County in connection with the incident.
Shelby Farms Park released the following statement:
There is no threat to visitor or public safety. This is an active investigation and we are referring all questions to the Shelby County Sheriffโs Office.
We are deeply saddened by the incident that occurred at the Park in the Visitor Center parking lot today.
The park is referring all questions to the SCSO for further information.
Authorities are actively investigating the shooting and gathering additional details.
The serene and family-friendly atmosphere of Shelby Farms Park was shattered by the violence.
The area has been cordoned off as law enforcement officials gather evidence and conduct their investigation.oman’s lifeless body, which has since been covered by a tarp as the investigation proceeds.
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.