Crime
1 killed after shooting in Farrell, suspect at large
The Farrell Police Department is actively searching for a suspect connected to a homicide that occurred on Saturday afternoon in the 500 block of Beechwood Avenue.
According to Mercer County District Attorney Pete Acker, officers responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 4 p.m.
Upon arrival, they discovered that a man had been fatally shot. His identity has not yet been released.
Authorities have identified a person of interest and are working diligently to locate and apprehend the individual.
The investigation is ongoing, and police are gathering additional evidence and witness statements to clarify the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Farrell Police are urging residents to remain cautious:
- Lock doors and secure vehicles while the investigation continues.
- Report any suspicious activity immediately to law enforcement.
Updates will be provided through local news outlets as new information becomes available. Anyone with information related to this case is encouraged to contact the Farrell Police Department or Mercer County Crime Stoppers.
Public cooperation is essential in ensuring the safety of the community and bringing the responsible parties to justice.
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.