Crime
Woman killed in shooting outside Baton Rouge nightclub identified as Preneisha Wagner
Baton Rouge, LA – A woman was killed and five others were injured in a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning outside a nightclub in Baton Rouge, authorities confirmed.
According to the Baton Rouge Police Department, the incident took place around 1:30 a.m. in the 3500 block of South Choctaw Drive near Acadian Thruway, at an after-hours establishment known to draw large crowds.
Investigators say the violence began as a physical altercation between two groups in a nearby parking lot.
The dispute quickly escalated into a shootout.
The deceased victim has been identified as Preneisha Wagner.
Five additional individuals sustained injuries in the gunfire.
The extent and severity of their injuries have not yet been disclosed.
Police have detained one male individual in connection with the incident.
It is not yet clear what role he may have played in the shooting.
Detectives responded to the scene and continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the altercation and subsequent gunfire.
Authorities have not yet released information regarding potential suspects, motives, or whether additional arrests are expected.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Baton Rouge Police Departmentโs Violent Crimes Unit or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
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.