Crime
Two Dead, One Critically Injured in Domestic Violence-Related Shooting on Cleoford Avenue
The Memphis Police Department is investigating a tragic shooting that claimed the lives of two individuals and left a third in critical condition on Cleoford Avenue in the Frayser neighborhood.
At approximately 8:03 p.m., officers responded to reports of gunfire in the 1700 block of Cleoford Avenue.
Upon arrival, they discovered three victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Two of the victims were pronounced deceased at the scene.
The third victim was transported to Regional One Health in critical condition.
The deceased individuals have been identified as Michael Ellington Jr. and a woman named Jasmine.
Authorities have confirmed that the incident is domestic violence-related, and the suspect has been identified.
However, further details regarding the suspectโs identity or apprehension have not been released at this time.
In an official statement shared on X (formerly Twitter), Memphis Police officials echoed a recent sentiment expressed by Mayor Paul Young, stating, โAs Mayor [Paul] Young said just last week, enough is enough. We must stand together in the face of tragedy. If you witnessed anything or live in this area and have cameras โ please, we need your help. Your info could be the key to helping us find answers.โ
The investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information or surveillance footage from the area is strongly encouraged to contact the Memphis Police Department.
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.