Crime
Massaponax High School Senior Michael Bosworth Jr Killed in Suspected Burglary Incident in Spotsylvania County
Spotsylvania County, Va. — An 18-year-old high school senior is dead and a juvenile injured following an early morning shooting during a suspected residential burglary in the River Club subdivision of Spotsylvania County.
At approximately 3:00 a.m. on Saturday, May 3, 2025, the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call reporting a burglary in progress at a residence located in the 2700 block of McKenzie Lane.
The caller, a resident of the home, stated that someone had attempted to break into the house and that shots had been fired.
Deputies responded immediately and discovered three individuals involved in the incident. Michael Bosworth Jr., 18, was found suffering from a gunshot wound to the torso.
He was transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced deceased. Bosworth was a senior at Massaponax High School, set to graduate later this month.
A second individual, identified as a juvenile, sustained a minor gunshot injury and was treated and released.
A third juvenile, who was also at the scene, was not injured.
Due to their ages, the names of the two juveniles have not been released.
According to preliminary findings, the three individuals were allegedly attempting to gain entry by force through the back door of the residence when they were confronted by the homeowner, who had exited the home to investigate.
During that confrontation, the homeowner fired shots, striking two of the individuals.
At this time, no charges have been filed against the homeowner or the three involved individuals. Capt. Charles Carey of the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office stated that it is not yet known whether any of the three individuals were armed at the time of the incident.
The Sheriff’s Office emphasized that this remains an active and ongoing investigation as detectives work to determine the full circumstances surrounding the shooting.
In the aftermath of the tragedy, Massaponax High School Principal William Lancaster III issued a message to the school community, expressing condolences and offering support. “We are deeply saddened to share the news of Michael’s passing,” Lancaster said. “Our thoughts are with his family during this difficult time.”
Lancaster also informed families that school counselors and division support staff would be available when students return on Monday, and that prom will proceed as scheduled Saturday evening.
Resources to help students and families cope with grief have been made available through the school division’s website.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the Spotsylvania County Sheriff’s Office.
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.