Crime & Safety

Man Murdered In South Nashville Robbery

A 52-year-old man was gunned down as he fled a robbery attempt on Nolensville Road Tuesday night.

NASHVILLE, TN -- A 52-year-old man was shot and killed in an apparent robbery bid Tuesday night in South Nashville.

Metro Police said Atanacio Comacho-Cedillo was walking down Hickoryview Drive towards Nolensville Road when two people came out of a car parked at the Dollar General. Comacho-Cedillo was shot during the confrontation, though the suspects left without his wallet or cell phone.

Detectives did not have a suspect description but are asking anyone with information to call Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463.

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