Crime
Multiple people detained after reports of shooting at Cumberland Mall, no victim located
Investigators are actively working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Cumberland Mall, Cobb County, GA – An increased law enforcement presence was observed Sunday evening at Cumberland Mall as Cobb County Police responded to reports of a shooting stemming from a large fight.
The incident occurred as the mall was bustling with shoppers completing last-minute holiday errands.
According to initial reports, multiple individuals have been detained for questioning.
However, authorities have stated that no shooting victims have been located at this time.
Investigators are actively working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Cobb County Police have issued a public advisory asking residents and shoppers to avoid the area while the investigation remains ongoing.
Officers are maintaining a strong presence at the scene to ensure public safety and gather evidence related to the reported altercation.
“We are aware of the situation and are taking every precaution to secure the area while conducting a thorough investigation,” a police spokesperson stated.
Further updates are expected as additional details become available.
Authorities encourage anyone with information about the incident to contact the Cobb County Police Department. In the meantime, residents are urged to remain vigilant and steer clear of the area until it has been deemed secure.
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.