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TN police narrow search area for source of stray bullet that killed man last July 4th
By Li Cohen at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
WINCHESTER, Tenn. (WSMV) - Police say they’ve narrowed their search for the origin of a stray bullet that fatally struck a man on July 4, 2025. Winchester Police said on Thursday that they’ve found an additional bullet from the Twin Creeks Marina, which is located within Twin Creeks Village where...
Key takeaway (WSMV) - Police say they’ve narrowed their search for the origin of a stray bullet that fatally struck a man on July 4, 2025.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The search for the source of the stray bullet that killed John Cobb on July 4, 2025, has significant implications for public safety in the Nashville area. The fact that police have narrowed the search area to subdivisions near Myers Road, including Country Estates Drive, Cherokee Estates, and part of Franklin Hills, suggests that the shooting may have originated from a residential area. This raises concerns about the potential for reckless gunfire in local neighborhoods, particularly during holidays like Independence Day when celebratory shooting can occur. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's determination that the bullets were fired from the same firearm, a 7.62x39 or 7.62x54R caliber, may help identify the shooter, but it also highlights the need for stricter controls on high-powered firearms in the community. As the investigation continues, residents in the affected areas will be watching closely to see if police can bring closure to the Cobb family and prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? WINCHESTER, Tenn. (WSMV) - Police say they’ve narrowed their search for the origin of a stray bullet that fatally struck a man on July 4, 2025. Winchester Police said on Thursday that they’ve found an additional bullet from the Twin Creeks Marina, which is located within Twin Creeks Village where...
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