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‘I knew what to do’: Travel nurse uses military training to disarm knife-wielding attacker
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Lizzie Jensen, Jordan Gartner , WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
BURLINGTON, Vt. ( WCAX /Gray News) - A traveling nurse used their military-style techniques to help subdue a knife-wielding man last week. Leceadricke Young was leaving work at Elderwood Nursing Home last Friday when he said he saw a man grab a woman by her throat and slam her down. Young went to...
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Key takeaway That’s when the man, later identified as 29-year-old Wayne Butchino, allegedly pulled a knife and chased the fire captain, with Young jumping into action.
Why this matters in The Nashville
This incident, although occurring in Vermont, resonates with Nashville's own community of traveling nurses and medical professionals who often find themselves in unexpected situations. The actions of Leceadricke Young, a travel nurse who used his military-style training to disarm the attacker, demonstrate the value of preparedness and quick thinking in high-pressure situations. In a city like Nashville, where healthcare is a significant industry, the story of Young's heroism may prompt local medical professionals to consider the importance of self-defense training and crisis intervention skills. Furthermore, Young's work mentoring kids and teaching them intervention skills highlights the potential for community-based initiatives to promote safety and empowerment in Nashville's own neighborhoods. As the city continues to grow and evolve, the story of Leceadricke Young serves as a reminder of the impact that individual actions can have on community safety, and may inspire similar initiatives in Nashville.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? BURLINGTON, Vt. ( WCAX /Gray News) - A traveling nurse used their military-style techniques to help subdue a knife-wielding man last week. Leceadricke Young was leaving work at Elderwood Nursing Home last Friday when he said he saw a man grab a woman by her throat and slam her down. Young went to...
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