Crime
Reggie Dantzler Killed in Off-Track Shooting Incident at South Carolina Motorplex
Reggie Dantzler, a young and promising racer, was tragically killed in a shooting incident off the track at the South Carolina Motorplex. The incident occurred yesterday, leaving the racing community and his loved ones mourning the loss of a bright talent.
Details surrounding the shooting remain limited at this time, but sources confirm it was a senseless act unrelated to the sport he was passionate about.
The Orangeburg County Sheriffโs Office is actively investigating the incident to determine the circumstances leading to Dantzlerโs untimely death.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Tips can be provided directly to the Orangeburg County Sheriffโs Office. Community cooperation will play a critical role in ensuring justice is served for Dantzler and his grieving family.
This tragic event underscores the importance of addressing violence and supporting efforts to create safer environments, both on and off the track.
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.