Crime
18-year-old Ashley Dominguez killed after shooting outside Hunnii Pot Bar & Lounge in Nashville
An early morning shooting outside an after-hours club in South Nashville left one teenager dead and two others injured on Sunday.
Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) reported that the incident occurred around 5:30 a.m. outside the Hunnii Pot Bar & Lounge on Murfreesboro Pike.
The victim, identified as 18-year-old Ashley Dominguez, was in the back seat of a car when the shooting broke out.
According to witnesses, a heated argument unfolded among a group of individuals in the club’s parking lot. The dispute quickly escalated, leading to gunfire directed at a vehicle filled with multiple passengers.
The driver of the targeted vehicle attempted to flee the scene but stopped shortly afterward upon realizing that several passengers had been struck by gunfire.
Emergency responders transported Dominguez and two 19-year-old passengers to a local hospital.
While the two 19-year-olds were treated for their injuries and released, Dominguez succumbed to her wounds despite medical efforts.
The MNPD continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting and is working to identify the suspect(s) involved. Police are urging witnesses or anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463. Tips can remain anonymous.
This tragic incident underscores the growing concern over violence in social settings, and authorities are asking for community cooperation to bring justice to the victim and her family.
Crime
23-year-old Donell Gause killed after shooting in North Lawndale neighborhood in Chicago
As of Wednesday morning, no suspects were in custody.
A tragic shooting early Wednesday claimed the life of a young man in Chicago’s North Lawndale neighborhood.
The victim, identified as 23-year-old Donell Gause, was found lying in the street after police responded to a report of gunfire in the 1100 block of South Francisco Avenue around 12:45 a.m.
Emergency responders transported Gause to Mount Sinai Hospital, where he was treated for multiple gunshot wounds.
Despite efforts to save him, he was pronounced dead shortly after arrival.
As of Wednesday morning, no suspects were in custody.
The case is currently under investigation by detectives from Area 4, who are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and identify those responsible.
Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward and contact law enforcement.