Crime
42-year-old Keith King injured in shooting outside Walmart in Tifton, suspect Robert Wright arrested
A man has been arrested in connection with a shooting that occurred Sunday morning in the parking lot of a Walmart in Tifton, Georgia.
According to the Tifton Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 9:15 a.m. in the Walmart parking lot located off Highway 82.
Upon arrival, officers discovered 42-year-old Keith King, a Tifton resident, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds to his lower extremities.
King was transported to Tift Regional Medical Center, where he is currently receiving medical treatment.
At the scene, police detained 24-year-old Robert G. Wright, also of Tifton, who has been identified as the alleged shooter.
Authorities revealed that the shooting stemmed from a traffic-related confrontation.
The incident began with a near-collision at the intersection of Highway 82 and McCormick Drive. Following the close call, King reportedly followed Wright to the Walmart parking lot.
Once in the parking lot, an argument ensued between the two men. During the altercation, King exited his vehicle and approached Wrightโs car. Police allege that Wright then produced a firearm and fired multiple shots, striking King.
Wright was arrested at the scene and charged with:
- Aggravated Assault
- Aggravated Battery
He is currently being held at the Tift County Jail.
The Tifton Police Department is continuing its investigation into the incident.
Anyone with information regarding the case is encouraged to contact Sgt. Sydney Greene at (229) 382-3132. Anonymous tips can also be submitted by calling 1-800-597-TIPS (8477) or through the TiftonPD Tip411 mobile app.
This shooting has sparked concerns over road rage and its potential consequences, with police urging residents to exercise caution and de-escalate confrontational situations.
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.