Victims James Johnson and David Lee Hospitalized After Shooting at 7-Eleven in Murfreesboro; Two Suspects, Justin Thompson and Michael Brown, in Custody
A shooting incident occurred at a 7-Eleven Exxon gas station in Murfreesboro on May 15, 2024, around 2:30 p.m. at 1509 Joe B. Jackson Parkway, leaving two individuals, James Johnson and David Lee, hospitalized with gunshot wounds.
According to eyewitnesses, two men in a black Ford F150 stopped at the business due to mechanical issues. They removed a Chrysler from a trailer, and two men then pulled up in a silver Mercedes, leading to a confrontation and shots being fired.
After the shots, the two men in the truck got into a physical altercation with James Johnson, who was shot in the arm. Johnson ran inside the business, and police detained the two men in the black truck, later identified as Justin Thompson and Michael Brown, and took them to police headquarters for questioning.
The police investigation is ongoing, and detectives are actively working to determine the motive behind the shooting. The conditions of James Johnson and David Lee, who were hospitalized, are not available at this time.
The shooting incident has left the community in shock, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward and aid in the investigation. The gas station and a nearby Burger King have been closed as law enforcement carries out their investigation, and commuters should anticipate potential traffic delays on Joe B. Jackson Parkway.
James Johnson and David Lee are receiving medical attention, and their families are by their side. The community is rallying around them, offering support and prayers for their speedy recovery.
Justin Thompson and Michael Brown are in custody, and their involvement in the shooting is being investigated. The police are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident and the motive behind the shooting.
The investigation is ongoing, and the community is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to ensure public safety. The shooting incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community engagement and support in preventing such incidents.
In the days and weeks ahead, the community will come together to support James Johnson and David Lee and their families. The incident will be thoroughly investigated, and justice will be sought for the victims.
The memory of this incident will serve as a reminder of the importance of community and the need to work together to prevent such incidents in the future. James Johnson and David Lee will be remembered for their bravery, and the community will come together to celebrate their lives and legacy.
