Teen Gunman Opens Fire on Police After Alleged Shooting in Nashville Park

A dramatic confrontation unfolded in Nashville on Wednesday evening when an 18-year-old gunman, identified as EMMANUEL ORR, allegedly shot a woman at Cedar Hill Park and later opened fire on a police vehicle. The incident was captured on video by the Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD), showcasing the tense moments as officers responded to the scene.

The footage, taken from Officer JEFF LUBEY‘s patrol car, shows ORR walking along the side of the road moments after the initial shooting. As the police vehicle approached, ORR abruptly turned around, aimed a firearm at the patrol car, and began firing multiple shots. Officer LUBEY was unharmed during the exchange.

Following the confrontation, ORR fled to a nearby restaurant, where he reportedly hid in a restroom. After a brief standoff, he surrendered to authorities and was taken into custody. The woman shot at Cedar Hill Park was transported to a local hospital, and her condition remains undisclosed.

The MNPD commended the swift response of the officers involved and emphasized that no law enforcement personnel were injured during the incident. The investigation is ongoing, and charges against ORR are expected to be filed soon.

This incident has reignited discussions about gun violence and public safety in the Nashville area, with community leaders calling for increased measures to address the issue.

Source: Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD)