Crime
Armed Individuals at Waterloo Walmart: One Detained, No Injuries Reported
Waterloo, IA — Authorities responded to a large police presence at the Walmart located at 1334 Flammang Drive on Saturday afternoon, following reports of individuals displaying firearms inside the store.
The incident prompted the immediate evacuation of the premises as a precautionary measure.
According to initial witness accounts, two males were reportedly seen running through the store armed with guns. These reports led to an urgent response from the Waterloo Police Department, with officers quickly arriving on scene to secure the area and assess the situation.
Police have since confirmed that no shots were fired and no injuries have been reported in connection to the incident.
As the investigation unfolded, one individual was detained by officers, and at least one firearm was recovered at the scene.
Law enforcement officials continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, including whether any criminal activity occurred and the exact nature of the individuals’ actions within the store.
Police are working to determine if the second person mentioned in witness reports was involved or if any additional suspects remain at large.
Officers remained on scene for an extended period to ensure the safety of shoppers and employees and to interview witnesses.
The Waterloo Police Department has not yet released the identity of the detained individual.
Anyone with information or video footage related to the incident is encouraged to contact Waterloo Police.
The store remained closed temporarily following the evacuation but is expected to resume normal operations once the area is deemed secure.
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.