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Teen shot, killed in Clarksville; 2 in custody

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Posted at 7:07 AM, Dec 09, 2021
and last updated 2021-12-09 13:29:33-05

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — Two suspects have been charged in connection with a shooting that killed a teenager in Clarksville.

The call came in at 8:42 p.m. in the area of Buckshot Drive and Whitetail Drive. Police said they arrived and found 17-year-old male victim with gunshot wounds. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.

About 10 minutes later, Montgomery County deputies spotted a vehicle suspected of being involved and initiated a traffic stop. A pursuit ensued and ended in the Lincoln Homes Housing Authority area.

Those in the car took off on foot and police later captured 18-year-old Robert Jaylen Holland, of Nashville. He has been charged with criminal homicide. Police said 18-year-old Miracle Bailey, of Clarksville, has been charged with facilitation of criminal homicide.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information or additional video footage was asked to contact Detective Hughes, 931-648-0656, ext. 5340, You can also call the Clarksville Montgomery County Crime Stoppers Tipsline 931-645-8477, or go online and submit a tip at P3tips.com/591. Tips are anonymous and you are eligible for a cash reward.