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Two women found dead, man seriously injured inside home in Macon County
By Kassidy Brown at WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate)
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
LAFAYETTE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Two women are dead, and a man was airlifted in serious condition following a shooting in Macon County late Thursday night.The Macon County Sheriff’s Office released an ambiguous message online late Thursday, reporting that deputies had closed a portion of Scottsville Roa...
Key takeaway ”The sheriff’s office confirmed that deputies were responding to a shooting call in the 6500 block of Scottsville Road, and deputies arrived to find two deceased women inside a home.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The shooting in Macon County that left two women dead and a man seriously injured has sent shockwaves through the community. As the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation takes over the case, residents of Lafayette and surrounding areas will be watching closely for updates on the circumstances surrounding the incident. The fact that Scottsville Road, a major thoroughfare, was shut down overnight and into the morning commute will have likely caused disruptions for locals who rely on the road for daily travel. With the investigation now in the hands of state authorities, it remains to be seen how this incident will impact the community's perception of public safety in the area. The Macon County Sheriff's Office will likely face questions about their response to the incident and the initial vague messaging about the situation, which may have contributed to uncertainty and concern among residents.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: WSMV 4 News (NBC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? LAFAYETTE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Two women are dead, and a man was airlifted in serious condition following a shooting in Macon County late Thursday night.The Macon County Sheriff’s Office released an ambiguous message online late Thursday, reporting that deputies had closed a portion of Scottsville Roa...
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