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Man facing 4 years in prison for ‘reckless behavior’ of firearm that led to Tennessee teen’s death
By Li Cohen at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· July 16, 2026
· 2 min read
What This Story Is AboutTrevor Ethan Choate was convicted on Wednesday in the 2025 death of a 19-year-old in Sumner County. What Happens NextChoate will be sentenced at a hearing on August 10. SUMNER Co., Tenn. (WSMV) - A man now faces up to four years in prison for “reckless behavior” that led t...
Key takeaway What Happens NextChoate will be sentenced at a hearing on August 10.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The conviction of Trevor Ethan Choate for reckless homicide brings attention to the need for responsible firearm handling in Nashville area communities. This case, originating from a incident in nearby Sumner County, highlights the devastating consequences of reckless behavior with guns. As the community awaits Choate's sentencing on August 10, the focus should be on preventing similar tragedies in the future. The fact that Choate's behavior was described as part of a pattern of recklessness with firearms in the weeks leading up to the shooting suggests a deeper issue that needs to be addressed. Local leaders and residents must work together to promote gun safety and responsible ownership, ensuring that such incidents do not become more common in the Nashville area. With the sentencing hearing approaching, the community will be watching to see how the justice system responds to this case and whether it will serve as a deterrent to others who engage in reckless behavior with firearms.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 16, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? What This Story Is AboutTrevor Ethan Choate was convicted on Wednesday in the 2025 death of a 19-year-old in Sumner County. What Happens NextChoate will be sentenced at a hearing on August 10. SUMNER Co., Tenn. (WSMV) - A man now faces up to four years in prison for “reckless behavior” that led t...
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