NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — The suspect of a deadly shooting who also shot a Metro police officer in Madison earlier this month was released from the hospital Thursday and immediately booked into the Davidson County Downtown Detention Center.
Miqueal Williams, 31, was previously charged with 1st-degree murder for the death of 32-year-old Samuel Edwards Jr., who was killed in a shooting on March 4 at an apartment on Buena Vista Pike. Williams is facing an additional charge of attempted murder after he shot Metro police Detective Carlos Diaz on July 15 at an apartment on Skyline Ridge Drive in Madison.
Williams was wounded in the hip while in a gunfight with police officers who were attempting to arrest him. Specialized Investigations Division Detective Diaz was shot in the leg and was hospitalized briefly before being released later that evening.
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It’s a sad reality that area animal shelters and non-profit rescue organizations face constant overcrowding -- with so many dogs, cats and other animals waiting for a forever home. Jason Lamb reports here that Metro leaders are working with those groups – including Critter Cavalry – to find solutions. I’ve fostered a dog from Critter Cavalry, so I understand the need is great. And I found my pup Domino through another local group, Proverbs Animal Rescue. Ultimately, it starts with all of us. Getting more dogs and cats spayed or neutered can help control the pet population – and ease the burden.
-Rhori Johnston
