Crime
Officer shot and killed during a traffic stop in Charlotte County, Florida
A confrontation between law enforcement and the suspect reportedly occurred near Popeyes, with deputies engaging in a shootout.
Charlotte County, FL – Sheriff Bill Prummell has released further details regarding a tragic incident on Sunday afternoon that claimed the lives of Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) Corporal Elio Diaz and the suspect, 24-year-old Andrew Mostyn Jr.
The incident began around 4:00 PM when Corporal Diaz initiated a routine traffic stop on a white pickup truck at the Chevron gas station located at 4968 Tamiami Trail.
During the stop, Mostyn Jr. exited his vehicle and opened fire on Diaz with a rifle before fleeing the scene in his truck.
Deputies later tracked Mostyn Jr. to the parking lot of Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen at 24471 Sandhill Boulevard.
When deputies attempted to approach him, Mostyn Jr. aimed his rifle at them, appearing to prepare for another attack.
In response to the imminent threat, one deputy fired at Mostyn Jr., striking him in the head.
He was airlifted to Gulf Coast Medical Center by AeroMed helicopter but succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead shortly before 9:00 PM Sunday.
Corporal Diaz was rushed to ShorePoint Health by emergency medical personnel.
Despite life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead at the hospital. Sheriff Prummell delayed releasing information to ensure Diaz’s family had the opportunity to be notified and say their final goodbyes at the hospital before the press conference.
Both the Chevron gas station and Popeye’s Louisiana Kitchen remain active but scaled-down crime scenes as investigators continue to gather evidence.
Deputies remain posted at both locations to ensure public safety and secure the areas.
Sheriff Prummell expressed his condolences to Corporal Diaz’s family, acknowledging their loss and the tremendous sacrifice Diaz made in the line of duty.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and additional updates will be provided as they become available.
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.