Shooter Reported at Cedar Creek Marina; Police Respond to Incident
The Mt. Juliet Police Department (MJPD) has confirmed a shooting incident at Cedar Creek Marina, with one man found suffering from a gunshot injury. Authorities are advising all residents at the marina to shelter in place as they respond to the situation. The initial report was made public via the MJPD’s social media platform, X, at 9:41 p.m. on Friday evening.
According to the police, officers were initially called to the scene due to an altercation involving one man threatening another on the docks. As officers arrived, gunshots were heard, prompting immediate action. The police began searching for the suspect and discovered a man with a gunshot wound. It is believed that the injured individual is the same person involved in the earlier confrontation.
Following this discovery, the suspect reportedly barricaded himself on a boat at the marina. Tactical teams from the MJPD have been deployed to the scene and are working to establish contact with the individual. The situation remains ongoing, and authorities have not released further details as of 10:27 p.m.
As a precaution, police are urging everyone in the immediate area to stay indoors and lock their doors. The MJPD has emphasized the seriousness of the situation and is continuing to monitor developments closely.
The police have yet to confirm any arrests or provide further information about the identity of the shooter or the individual who was injured. The MJPD is continuing its investigation, and additional updates are expected as the situation unfolds.
Residents of Cedar Creek Marina are encouraged to follow official announcements from the police department and avoid the area until the situation is resolved. Authorities will continue to assess the situation and provide updates as new information becomes available.