Crime
32-year-old Shondale Kellumn killed following parking lot shooting in Kalamazoo
The second victim, a 33-year-old resident of Kalamazoo, sustained injuries that are not life-threatening and has since received medical treatment.
On the evening of November 9, 2024, at around 10:25 p.m., officers from the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) responded to reports of gunfire in the 1300 block of Portage Street.
Upon arrival, they confirmed that a shooting had taken place in the parking lot of a nearby business.
Shortly afterward, two individuals arrived at a local hospital with gunshot wounds.
Tragically, one of the victims, identified as 32-year-old Shondale Devon Kellumn, a Kalamazoo resident, succumbed to his injuries.
Our deepest condolences go out to Mr. Kellumnโs family, friends, and loved ones during this heartbreaking time.
The second victim, a 33-year-old resident of Kalamazoo, sustained injuries that are not life-threatening and has since received medical treatment.
The KDPS is actively investigating several leads related to this incident. Initial findings suggest there is no immediate or ongoing threat to the general public.
However, authorities are urging anyone with information about this incident or any related criminal activity to contact the Criminal Investigations Division at 269-337-8139. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the Kalamazoo Silent Observer tip line at 269-343-2100, via the โP3Tipsโ app, or online at www.KalamazooSilentObserver.com.
Crime
Suspect killed in officer-involved shooting at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet
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.
