Crime
Whitehaven Shooting Leaves One Dead, Another Critically Injured
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the victims or provided information regarding a possible suspect or motive.
Memphis, TN — A shooting on Wednesday night in the Whitehaven area has claimed the life of one man and left a woman in critical condition, according to the Memphis Police Department.
Officers were dispatched around 7:00 p.m. to the intersection of East Shelby Drive and Faronia Road following reports of gunfire.
Upon arrival, they found a woman suffering from gunshot wounds. She was immediately transported to Regional One Hospital for treatment.
Initially listed in non-critical condition, her status later worsened to critical.
Meanwhile, a second victim, a man, was brought to Methodist South Hospital by private vehicle before officers arrived on the scene.
Despite efforts by medical staff, he was pronounced dead at the hospital.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the victims or provided information regarding a possible suspect or motive.
Investigators are actively working to determine the events that led to the shooting.
The Memphis Police Department is appealing to the public for any information that could assist in the investigation. Those with details are urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH. Anonymous tips are welcome, and a reward may be offered for information leading to an arrest.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
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.