Shooting near Bellevue College, 1 killed

BELLEVUE, Tenn. (WKRN) – Two people were shot near Bellevue Middle School, according to a Metro Nashville Police Department press conference. One of them later died from his injuries.

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Don Aaron of the Metro Nashville Police Department said a fight broke out in the parking lot of Red Caboose Park near Bellevue Middle School. A weapon was produced and a 13-year-old boy was shot several times. He was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where he was later pronounced dead.

Her 16-year-old sister was also shot, although she was able to walk and receive help from nearby firefighters. She is expected to survive her injuries.

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Aaron added that witnesses provided information that led to the detention of a suspect. This suspect had apparently walked about half a mile down the road. He said the community is currently not in danger.

Witnesses still at the scene will speak with homicide detectives soon as this investigation continues.

A statement on the shooting from Nashville Mayor Freddie O'Connell reads:

“My heart breaks tonight for the families who experienced firsthand the tragedy of gun violence in a Bellevue park. I am grateful to the first responders who immediately provided assistance and to the Metro Police officers who quickly apprehended a potential suspect. We await further details from the investigation. »

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