Crime
Greenville Police Investigating Overnight Shooting That Injured Two Children
Greenville, N.C. — The Greenville Police Department is actively investigating an early morning shooting that left two young children injured after gunfire struck their residence while they were sleeping.
At approximately 2:30 a.m. on Thursday, officers responded to a report of shots fired at 900 A Masters Lane.
Upon arrival, they located a 7-year-old boy inside the apartment who had sustained a non-life-threatening gunshot wound to the ankle.
The child was immediately transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.
A 12-year-old boy in the same apartment also suffered a bullet graze wound, which was treated on scene by EMS personnel.
According to preliminary investigations, the children were asleep inside their home at the time of the incident, and the gunfire appears to have originated from outside the apartment.
Numerous shell casings were recovered from the scene, indicating multiple shots were fired. No other injuries were reported, and there was no damage found to nearby apartments.
At this time, police have not identified any suspects or established a clear motive.
“This was a senseless act of violence that endangered innocent children in the safety of their own home,” said Interim Chief of Police Richard Tyndall. “The Greenville Police Department will not tolerate this kind of reckless disregard for human life. We are fully committed to bringing those responsible to justice, and this case will remain a top priority for our investigators.”
Authorities are urging anyone with information or who may have witnessed the incident to contact the Greenville Police Department at 252-329-4300, or to submit anonymous tips through Pitt-Greenville Crimestoppers at 252-758-7777.
The investigation remains ongoing, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
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.