Homicide Unit detectives are actively investigating a targeted shooting that occurred on Brawner Avenue at 7 p.m. on Monday. The incident left Dondrinkus Dickerson, 31, critically injured. According to initial findings, an altercation between Dickerson and the suspect preceded the gunfire.
Dickerson sustained a head injury and was transported to Skyline Medical Center, where he is in life-threatening condition. During the investigation, a handgun reported stolen during an aggravated robbery on 12th Avenue North in April 2023 was found underneath Dickerson.
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Additionally, a 28-year-old innocent bystander was struck. He received treatment at Skyline Medical Center and was subsequently released.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about this shooting to contact Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463. Callers can remain anonymous and may qualify for a reward of up to $5,000 in homicide cases.
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