Crime
Shalamar Davis Jr Killed, 20-Year-Old Injured in North Omaha Shooting
A 15-year-old boy was killed, and a 20-year-old man was injured following a shooting in north Omaha on Tuesday morning, March 26, 2024.
According to the Omaha Police Department (OPD), officers responded to reports of a shooting near 51st and Emmet Streets at approximately 10:28 a.m.
Upon arrival, officers located Shalamar Davis Jr., 15, and an unidentified 20-year-old man suffering from gunshot wounds near 52nd and Pinkney Streets.
Emergency medical personnel transported Davis to a local hospital in extremely critical condition, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
The 20-year-old victim was also transported to the hospital and remains in serious condition.
Officials from Omaha Public Schools (OPS) confirmed that Shalamar Davis Jr. was a sophomore at Burke High School.
In a letter to families, Burke High School Principal Darren Rasmussen expressed condolences, stating:
“We are saddened to share that one of our Burke High students, Shalamar Davis, a 10th grader, has died. We have been in contact with his family to share our heartfelt sympathy.”
At this time, police have not identified any suspects or released details regarding a possible motive.
Authorities continue to investigate the incident, and anyone with information is urged to contact the Omaha Police Homicide Unit.
This remains a developing story, and updates will be provided as more details emerge.
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.