Crime & Safety
Nashville, TN Shooting: Man Killed, 14-Year-Old Critically Hurt
Nashville, TN – A deadly shooting at a Nashville apartment complex Thursday evening left a 21 year old man dead and a 14 year old boy critically injured, prompting a homicide investigation as police s
By Tessa Morgan · 2026-10-16T19:45:04.784Z
Nashville, TN – A deadly shooting at a Nashville apartment complex Thursday evening left a 21 year old man dead and a 14 year old boy critically injured, prompting a homicide investigation as police search for three male suspects who fled the scene.
According to the Metropolitan Nashville Police Department , the shooting occurred around 7:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 15, in the parking lot of Birchstone Village Apartments on North Dupont Avenue.
Investigators believe both victims, who are presumed to be brothers, were sitting inside a black Infiniti sedan when a suspect approached their vehicle and opened fire.
Moments later, two additional men approached the vehicle, and one of them also began shooting at the occupants.
Police said all three suspects fled the area on foot following the gunfire.
21 Year Old Dies, Teen Remains Critical
During the incident, the Infiniti backed out of its parking space and crashed into a nearby fence.
The older victim, tentatively identified as a 21 year old man, was transported to Skyline Medical Center, where he died from his injuries.
The Medical Examiner's Office is assisting authorities in confirming his identity.
The 14 year old victim was transported to Vanderbilt Pediatric Hospital, where police said he remained in critical condition Friday.
Authorities have not publicly confirmed the relationship between the victims.
Police Pursuing Leads, Seeking Public Assistance
Homicide detectives announced Friday, Oct. 16, that they are working strong leads in the investigation.
Police have not released descriptions of the three suspects beyond identifying them as males, and no arrests were announced in the department's latest statement.
Anyone with information about the shooting is encouraged to contact Nashville Crime Stoppers at 615 742 7463 .
Callers can remain anonymous and may qualify for a cash reward.
The investigation remains active as detectives work to determine the circumstances surrounding the deadly shooting.