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Yahoo
23-04-2025
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Gallatin PD: 'Children of all ages' at Easter party with alcohol, drugs before shooting
Gallatin police have arrested two men they say have gang ties after gunshots rang through a neighborhood on Easter Sunday, injuring two. Police say the shooting happened during an Easter egg hunt and party hosted by Henry Apple, 66, also known as Skully. Alcohol and drugs were present at the party, which was attended by adults and children of all ages, all of whom are long-standing Gallatin residents, a news release said. Officers were called to the shooting at Apple's home in the 100 block of South Maple Avenue at about 7:30 p.m. on April 20. Two people were found with gunshot wounds, and both were taken to local hospitals for treatment. Investigators identified Ladavious Antonio Henriontez Williams, 22, as a suspect in the shooting. Williams was found at 122 South Ford St. and arrested by the Gallatin Police Department and Sumner County Sheriff's Office. Emergency Management Agency personnel provided support during the search, the release noted. Police said Williams is a long-time Gallatin resident and confirmed gang member with a lengthy history of criminal activity. He faces several charges including attempted criminal homicide, aggravated assault and reckless endangerment committed with a deadly weapon and was booked into the Sumner County Jail on $4.5 million bond. Apple was also arrested, booked in the Sumner County Jail and charged with simple possession of Schedule VI and possession of drug paraphernalia. Authorities said he has a long history of narcotics trafficking and gang involvement. The investigation is continuing. Police ask anyone with information to contact the Gallatin Police Department at (615) 452-1313. Katie Nixon can be reached at knixon@ This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Gallatin police arrest 'confirmed gang member' in Easter shooting
Yahoo
23-04-2025
- Yahoo
Gallatin man charged in Easter shooting that left family members injured
GALLATIN, Tenn. (WKRN) — What started as an Easter celebration in Gallatin reportedly ended in a hail of gunfire. The Gallatin Police Department was sent to the 100 block of South Maple Avenue at approximately 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 20. Bodycam video obtained by News 2 shows the chaotic scene when officers arrived to the area. K-9s were seen running toward a home, where officials found a 26-year-old man suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest. PREVIOUS | 2 injured, 2 arrested following shooting during Easter celebration in Gallatin, police say Police said a 45-year-old woman also sustained a gunshot wound to the arm, adding that the bullet went all the way through. 'So this was an Easter egg party, one like I've never been to or seen,' said Captain Lamar Ballard. 'It is amazing that nobody else, especially young children, we are blessed that nobody else was hurt.' The 26-year-old was rushed to a local hospital to be treated for critical injuries. He reportedly had multiple surgeries and is now in stable condition. Meanwhile, authorities worked to quickly locate the suspected shooter—identified as 22-year-old Ladavious Williams. According to investigators, Williams shot his cousin in the chest and his mother was shot in the arm during the altercation. Gallatin police said the party's host— identified as 66-year-old Henry Apple—was cited for his role in Sunday's incident. Apple reportedly has a long criminal history and was cited for simple possession and possession of drug paraphernalia. 'They are all related. The suspect shot his mother. The suspect shot his cousin and they are all related to the host of the residence, Henry Apple,' Ballard to News 2. 'And that individual has been known to Gallatin police for a long time.' After searching multiple crime scenes, investigators said they found bullet casings, a digital scale thrown in a tree, and toys and diapers bags under the tents where tables were set up for the Easter party. 'There's baby bouncers, strollers, and bags mixed in with bongs, drug paraphernalia and narcotics,' detailed Ballard. ⏩ Williams is being held in Sumner County Jail facing a number of charges, including attempted criminal homicide. The Department of Correction told News 2 that Apple was ordered to community corrections in August 2023 for cocaine possession. In addition, he was reportedly convicted of another drug charge in 2004. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
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TBI Most Wanted homicide suspect arrested in Gallatin shooting death case
A suspect topping the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's Most Wanted list for nearly two weeks has been taken into custody by police. The Gallatin Police Department announced Little Page Drake III, 57, was arrested at 2:47 p.m. Monday. More: Police continue days-long search for man topping TBI's most wanted list Drake III was charged on suspicion of criminal homicide in connection to the domestic-related shooting death of Lisa Drake. Lisa Drake was found dead by a relative inside a Gallatin home at about 8:30 a.m. on March 6. Police say a Honda Ridgeline that Drake III was allegedly driving following the crime was recovered and they are no longer searching for the vehicle. The TBI added Drake III to its Most Wanted list on March 7. More:Tennessee Bureau of Investigation adds Gallatin man charged in shooting to most wanted Officials offered a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to his arrest. Additional charges are pending for those who assisted Drake in avoiding arrest, police said. Drake was booked into the Sumner County Jail at 4:06 a.m. Tuesday where he's being held on $3.2 million bond. Anyone with information about Lisa Drake's death is asked to call TBI Special Agent Rob Schlafly at 1-800-TBI-FIND or Gallatin Police Department Investigator Jody Starks at 615-452-1313, x3264. Katie Nixon can be reached at knixon@ This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: TBI Most Wanted suspect arrested on suspicion of Gallatin homicide
Yahoo
16-03-2025
- Yahoo
Police continue days-long search for man topping TBI's most wanted list
An arrest has been made in connection to the death of Lisa Drake in Gallatin. Police took Stephen Grant Mosley Jr., 41, into custody on charges of accessory to criminal homicide and tampering with evidence in connection with the death of Drake, the Gallatin Police Department announced on Facebook at 5:51 p.m. Friday. Officials are still searching for Little Page Drake III, 57, in connection with her death. The TBI added Drake to its Most Wanted list on March 7. More: Tennessee Bureau of Investigation adds Gallatin man charged in shooting to most wanted Drake is wanted by the Gallatin Police Department and TBI for criminal homicide in connection to a domestic-related shooting on March 6. Lisa was found dead by a relative inside a Gallatin home around 8:30 a.m. Police say the Honda Ridgeline associated with this case has been recovered and are no longer searching for the vehicle. Additional charges are pending for anyone assisting Drake in avoiding arrest, police said. The investigation remains active. Officials are offering a reward of up to $2,500 for information leading to his arrest. Drake is considered armed and dangerous. He's described as standing 5 feet, 9 inches tall, weighs about 165 pounds with brown eyes and is bald. Anyone with information about his whereabouts or Lisa Drake's death is asked to call TBI Special Agent Rob Schlafly at 1-800-TBI-FIND or Gallatin Police Department Investigator Jody Starks at 615-452-1313, x3264. Katie Nixon can be reached at knixon@ This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Middle Tennessee police continue manhunt for Gallatin homicide suspect
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Yahoo
1 arrested, 1 still wanted in connection with deadly shooting in Gallatin
GALLATIN, Tenn. (WKRN) — Authorities are still searching for the man wanted for homicide after his wife died in Gallatin last week, but another individual has been taken into custody amid the investigation. The Gallatin Police Department said officers responded to a home at approximately 8:30 a.m. on Thursday, March 6 after a relative found Lisa Drake's body. Law enforcement described the incident as a 'domestic shooting death.' Officials initially said they wanted to find Little Page Drake III for a welfare check and information about the situation, but a few hours later, they announced he had active warrants for criminal homicide. ORIGINAL STORY: Man wanted for homicide after deadly shooting reported in Gallatin On Friday, March 7, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) added Little — who was Lisa's husband, according to loved ones — to the state's 'Most Wanted' list, saying he should be considered armed and dangerous. He has yet to be found. The TBI described Little as 5-feet 9-inches tall, 165 pounds, and bald with brown eyes. Authorities reported last week the 57-year-old was believed to be driving a black 2007 Honda Ridgeline truck with Tennessee license plate 727BNDY, but that vehicle has since been recovered. On Friday, March 14, police announced 41-year-old Stephen Grant Mosley Jr. was taken into custody for accessory to criminal homicide and evidence tampering in connection with Lisa's case. PREVIOUS: Man added to Tennessee's 'Most Wanted' list after deadly shooting in Gallatin Officials said charges are pending for those who have helped Little avoid apprehension. However, no additional details have been released about this investigation, including where in Gallatin the shooting took place or the circumstances that led to Mosley's arrest. If you see Little or have any information regarding his whereabouts, you're asked to call the TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND or Gallatin Police Department Investigator Jody Starks at 615-452-1313, ext. 3264. A reward of up to $2,500 is being offered for information leading to Little's arrest. 📲 Download the News 2 app to stay updated on the go.📧 Sign up for WKRN email alerts to have breaking news sent to your inbox.💻 for Nashville, TN and all of Middle Tennessee. This is a developing story. WKRN News 2 will continue to update this article as new information becomes available. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
