Early Friday morning in Nashville, Metro police responded after a person was struck by gunfire, only to find signs that the shots may have come from above. Investigators at the scene said shell casings and the path of the bullets suggested the rounds originated from the roof of a nearby hotel. Officers taped off the area while detectives worked the scene and collected evidence. The victim’s condition and whether any arrests had been made were not immediately released.
Video from the scene and early reporting highlighted the unusual detail that the gunfire appeared to come from the hotel’s roof. According to WKRN, officers were speaking with possible witnesses as they combed the area for clues.
Police Canvass Neighbors, Review Surveillance
In cases where a shooter may have been on a rooftop, detectives typically fan out through nearby rooms and common areas, knocking on doors and reviewing hotel surveillance footage as part of their evidence collection. The incident comes amid a string of overnight shootings in the city in recent weeks, raising fresh concerns about public safety, as reported in overnight gunfire rocks North Nashville.
What Officials Have Released So Far
Officials have released a few details while the investigation remains active. WKRN’s video from the scene showed police tape encircling the hotel and several squad cars in the area, and the station reported that detectives were gathering witness statements on site…