Crime
Surveillance Footage Captures Tragic Shooting Near Tennessee State University
A man can be heard shouting, “He’s got a gun!” seconds before shots ring out.
New surveillance video has emerged from the mass shooting incident that occurred on Jefferson Street in Nashville on Saturday, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries.
The footage provides a chilling first-hand account of the chaos that unfolded near Tennessee State University.
The video shows a crowd of people, including several children, fleeing from gunfire in the parking lot.
A man can be heard shouting, “He’s got a gun!” seconds before shots ring out.
Panic ensues as people scramble to safety, shielding children and taking cover.
According to police, 24-year-old Vonquae Johnson lost her life in the shooting, and nine others were injured.
Investigators believe the incident was a result of a shootout between two groups positioned on opposite sides of the street.
The shooting took place around 5:30 p.m., approximately 20 minutes after Jefferson Street reopened following the Tennessee State University homecoming parade.
Among the injured were three young girls: a 12-year-old and two 14-year-olds.
Thankfully, all three girls are expected to survive. The other victims range in age from 30 to 50.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.