Crime
3 people shot during dispute at Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Parade
Philadelphia, PA – A celebration marking the Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl LIX victory was marred by violence on Friday afternoon, as three individuals were shot in the Spring Garden neighborhood while thousands gathered throughout the city for the championship parade.
According to the Philadelphia Police Department, the shooting took place at approximately 23rd and Spring Garden Streets.
Authorities reported that two women were struck by gunfire during what has been described as a dispute at the parade.
One of the victims, a woman, arrived at a local hospital with a gunshot wound to her left leg and is currently listed in stable condition.
The second female victim, also suffering a gunshot wound to the leg, is receiving treatment at the hospital and is in stable condition as well.
A third victim has been identified, but has not yet arrived at the hospital due to heavy traffic congestion caused by the parade. Officials have not released further details on this individual’s condition.
At this time, authorities have not determined the circumstances leading up to the shooting. It remains unclear whether the violence was directly related to the parade celebrations or if it stemmed from a separate altercation.
The Philadelphia Police Department has launched an investigation and is actively working to identify potential suspects.
Police are actively searching for a suspect wearing a gray Eagles jersey.
Law enforcement officials have not announced any arrests or persons of interest as of yet.
Philadelphia’s streets have been flooded with Eagles fans celebrating the team’s Super Bowl LIX victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.
The shooting has raised concerns about public safety as large crowds continue to gather throughout the city.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward as they work to ensure the safety of those participating in the celebrations. Updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
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.