Crime
44-year-old Quaynell King killed after shooting on Versailles Road in Lexington
The Fayette County Coroner has identified the victim of a fatal shooting that occurred Sunday night in the 1800 block of Versailles Road as 44-year-old Quaynell King.
According to the coroner’s report, King’s death has been ruled a homicide. The Lexington Police Department is actively investigating the incident.
Officers responded to reports of gunfire in the area at approximately 8:43 p.m. Upon arrival, they discovered evidence of shots fired.
Shortly thereafter, authorities were informed that a gunshot victim had arrived at a local hospital with severe injuries. The victim was later identified as Quaynell King, who succumbed to his injuries.
Police have confirmed they are treating the incident as a homicide. However, there are no suspects identified or in custody at this time.
Residents in the area may notice a continued police presence as detectives gather evidence and canvass for witnesses.
The Lexington Police Department encourages anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward. Tips can be provided by contacting the department directly or through their anonymous tip line.
Further updates, including additional details from the coroner, are expected as the investigation progresses.
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.