Crime
18-year-old Jordyn Campbell killed in fatal west Charlotte shooting
Campbell was a local rapper with strong ties to the Charlotte community.
An 18-year-old man, identified as Jordyn Decedric Campbell, was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting early Sunday morning in west Charlotte, according to Medic and local authorities.
The shooting occurred around 12:50 a.m. in the 3200 block of Nobles Avenue, a residential area near West Boulevard and close to the Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Emergency crews responded to reports of gunfire and discovered Campbell suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite efforts to save him, Campbell was pronounced dead at the scene.
Campbell was a local rapper with strong ties to the Charlotte community. His untimely death has left family, friends, and supporters mourning his loss.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) has launched an active investigation into the incident. Authorities have not released any information about potential suspects or motives in the case.
Investigators are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Tips can be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or directly to CMPD at 704-432-TIPS.
This senseless act of violence highlights the devastating impact of gun-related crimes in our communities. Police continue to work diligently to bring justice to the Campbell family.
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.