Crime
Victim killed in Bedford Avenue shooting identified as 25-year-old Zaykeese Brown
LYNCHBURG, VA — The Lynchburg Police Department has confirmed the identity of the victim in Tuesday night’s fatal shooting on Bedford Avenue as 25-year-old Zaykeese Amarius Brown, a resident of Lynchburg.
Brown was pronounced dead after sustaining a gunshot wound to the chest.
According to authorities, officers responded to reports of a shooting and arrived to find Brown critically injured.
Despite lifesaving efforts, he succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Investigators have since reviewed surveillance footage in the area and identified a single camera angle that captures an individual walking away from the scene.
Police believe this person may be connected to the shooting and are pursuing this as a potential lead in the investigation.
In a statement, the Lynchburg Police Department expressed its sympathies:
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and loved ones of Zaykeese during this incredibly difficult time. We extend our deepest condolences as they navigate this profound loss.”
Authorities believe the shooting was an isolated incident and have stated that there is no known ongoing threat to the community.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact Detective Dubie at (434) 455-6102 or call Crime Stoppers at (888) 798-5900 to provide anonymous tips.
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.