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District attorney clears officers in fatal shooting of McMinnville barricade suspect. 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)
· October 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The district attorney has reviewed the case and found the officers' actions to be justified. The investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is still ongoing, awaiting lab reports and other test results.
A fatal shooting occurred during a standoff. Officers were involved in the incident. The district attorney has reviewed the case and found the officers' actions to be justified.
The decision was based on the officers acting to protect themselves and others. Further details about the incident are available.
The investigation by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is still ongoing, awaiting lab reports and other test results.
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Published: October 2, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
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