Homicide detectives are knee-deep in an investigation to crack the case of a security guard shot dead during an apparent confrontation with car burglars outside a Murfreesboro Pike nightclub. The tragic incident unfolded in the early hours outside Illuzion Bar and Lounge, according to the Nashville Police Department.
The victim has been identified as Maurice Thomas, Jr., 33, who was patrolling the lot when he reportedly came across the criminals. The confrontation turned deadly when multiple shots were fired, leaving Thomas critically injured, as reported by the Nashville Police Department. Police are yet to determine if Thomas managed to quickly fire back any shots from his weapon before succumbing to his injuries.
Investigators later found three vehicles in the parking lot that had been broken into, which have since been seized and are being scoured for evidence by specialists. As the search for the heartless shooters goes on, authorities are urging anyone with information to step forward and help.
Thomas was rushed to Vanderbilt University Medical Center following the shooting but despite efforts to save him, he died due to the severe wounds inflicted. The Nashville Police Department encourages witnesses or those with any knowledge about the killers to contact Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463. "Callers to Crime Stoppers can remain anonymous and qualify for a cash reward," as per the Nashville Police Department.
