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‘We Lost a Baby:' Family of Damarion Morehead, 12, killed in Nashville shooting speaks out
By Aaron Cantrell at NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A 24-year-old man faces a criminal homicide charge after a 12-year-old boy was shot and killed during a fight in downtown Nashville .Detectives arrested Devin Orr and charged him with criminal homicide in the death of Damarion Morehead. The family said the two did not know each other.The fight hap...
Key takeaway Detectives arrested Devin Orr and charged him with criminal homicide in the death of Damarion Morehead.
Why this matters in The Nashville
The tragic death of 12-year-old Damarion Morehead in a downtown Nashville shooting has sent shockwaves through the community, raising concerns about public safety and the ease of access to firearms. The fact that a fight over a female escalated into a fatal shooting involving multiple people is a disturbing trend that needs to be addressed. The intersection of Rep. John Lewis Way and Deaderick Street, where the altercation occurred, is a bustling area with a high volume of foot traffic, making it even more alarming that a gun was pulled out and used in such a reckless manner. As the family of Damarion Morehead mourns the loss of their loved one, the community must come together to demand answers and call for action to prevent such senseless violence from happening again. The investigation into this incident will be closely watched to see what measures can be taken to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A 24-year-old man faces a criminal homicide charge after a 12-year-old boy was shot and killed during a fight in downtown Nashville.Detectives arrested Devin Orr and charged him with criminal homicide in the death of Damarion Morehead. The family said the two did not know each other.The fight hap...
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