Crime
Victims killed in Shively apartment shooting identified
Shively, KY — The Jefferson County Coroner’s Office has officially identified the three individuals killed in a tragic shooting at a Shively apartment complex on Monday evening, February 17, 2025.
The victims have been identified as:
- Sabrie Johnson, 18
- Simeon Watson, 19
- Mia Lee, 18
The coroner’s report ruled the cause of death for all three victims as homicide.
According to the Shively Police Department (SPD), officers responded to reports of gunfire at an apartment complex located in the 2220 block of Crums Lane — near Dixie Highway — at approximately 5:20 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered two men and one woman suffering from gunshot wounds inside an apartment. Despite emergency response efforts, all three were pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities confirmed that both Mia Lee and Simeon Watson lived within the same block on Crums Lane, though specific addresses were not provided.
Footage showed a significant police presence, with several patrol vehicles and an ambulance stationed outside the apartment complex as investigators worked the scene.
At this time, no suspects have been identified and the motive behind the shooting remains unclear.
The Shively Police Department is urging anyone with information about this incident to come forward. Individuals can contact SPD at 502-930-2773 or submit tips online.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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.