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3 injured in stabbing at Hermitage home. Here’s what we know
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Caleb Wethington , as published by WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· August 17, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further details about the stabbing and the investigation are available from the Metro Nashville Police Department and local news sources, including WSMV 4 News. The Metro Nashville Police Department is handling the investigation, with detectives from the Domestic Violence Division responding to the scene.
A stabbing incident occurred at a residence in Hermitage, resulting in injuries to three people. The incident followed an argument involving multiple individuals inside the home. Two of the victims suffered serious injuries, while the third person had minor injuries.
The Metro Nashville Police Department is handling the investigation, with detectives from the Domestic Violence Division responding to the scene. Hermitage Precinct officers were also involved in the initial response to the incident.
Further details about the stabbing and the investigation are available from the Metro Nashville Police Department and local news sources, including WSMV 4 News.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 17, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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