01/11/2026
🚨 TWO 16-YEAR-OLDS ARRESTED IN FATAL SHOOTING IN TENNESSEE
Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting at Birchstone Village Apartments in Madison, Tennessee.
Police identified the suspects as De’Nylen Montgomery and Chad T. Wright, both 16. They were arrested on October 30 and face charges including criminal homicide, attempted criminal homicide and criminal conspiracy.
The October 15 shooting claimed the life of 21-year-old John J. Diaz and left his 14-year-old brother injured.
Investigators are considering a possible robbery motive. The investigation remains ongoing.
A tragic incident that raises serious concerns about youth violence and the devastating impact of gun crime on families and communities.
What can communities do to prevent young people from becoming involved in violent crime?