Shooting near Tennessee State University during homecoming kills 1, injures 9
The Incident
At least one person was killed, nine others were injured after a shooting near the campus of Tennessee State University, Nashville Police said. Some of the victims may have been involved in the shooting, according to police. The shooting happened near the university’s homecoming event, on Jefferson Street and 27th Avenue.
The Victims
Fatalities and Injuries
One person was killed and several injured in a shooting near Tennessee State University during homecoming. Five victims were taken to hospitals by emergency services; five others arrived by private vehicle.
Details of the Incident
A 24-year-old man died, and three juveniles were among the injured; one victim was suspected of involvement in the shooting.
The Response
Police in Nashville said gunfire erupted near the intersection of Jefferson St & 27th Ave N. They also said all victims had been taken to area hospitals. Police said five were transported by the Nashville Fire Department. Another five arrived at the hospital by private vehicle.
Authorities said the deceased victim was a 24-year-old man. Three juveniles were hurt.
At least one of the victims is suspected to have been involved in the shooting.
Background
The university was celebrating its homecoming, according to the news outlet. The football game against Eastern Illinois University at Nissan Stadium was at 5 p.m.
“It’s not a good thing when a handful of people can cause disruption for the entire community,” MNPD spokesperson Don Aaron told WTVF. “This type of gun violence has got to stop. We didn’t expect this to happen here with all the law enforcement and safety people here. There were police officers and firefighters everywhere.”
Authorities believe two groups of people were targeting each other, according to the news outlet.
The Source
The information in the story came from the social media account of Metro Nashville Police Department in Tennessee. This story was reported from Los Angeles.
Conclusion
The shooting near Tennessee State University during homecoming has left one person dead and nine others injured, with some of the victims suspected of involvement in the shooting. The incident highlights the need for greater efforts to combat gun violence and ensure public safety.
FAQs
Q: Where did the shooting occur?
A: The shooting occurred near the campus of Tennessee State University, on Jefferson Street and 27th Avenue.
Q: How many people were affected?
A: At least 10 people were affected, with one person killed and nine others injured.
Q: Are any suspects identified?
A: At least one of the victims is suspected to have been involved in the shooting.
Q: What was the context of the incident?
A: The shooting occurred during the university’s homecoming event.
