Tragedy Strikes in Tennessee as Six Lives are Lost to Gunfire and Fire Incident
In a devastating incident in Marion County, Tennessee, six people, including three children, have lost their lives. Authorities received a call about gunfire at approximately 8:45 pm on Thursday, prompting a swift response to the scene. Upon arrival at the home in Sequatchie, deputies were met with a blaze. After extinguishing the fire, the bodies of the six victims were discovered. The deceased include suspected shooter Gary Barnett, 48, his estranged wife Regina Barnett, and Regina’s adult daughter Britney Perez, who is believed to be the mother of the three deceased children, according to sources. The exact ages of the children have yet to be determined. This tragic event has left the community in shock and mourning. (Source: WRCB, NBC News)
Amidst the horrifying scene, a seventh individual was found alive. However, this person had sustained three gunshot wounds and was promptly transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. As investigations unfold, it appears that the incident originated from a domestic dispute that escalated into a murder-suicide. Regina Barnett had previously obtained a restraining order against her husband, taking effect a month prior. The arrest report leading to the protective order highlighted Regina’s claims of verbal abuse and threats made by Gary Barnett towards her and her pet dog. She had also expressed concerns about her husband’s possession of up to 60 firearms and the fear that he would become intoxicated and harm her. (Source: New York Post)
The restraining order was scheduled to remain in place until July 5, unless any further issues arose. In the weeks leading up to the tragic incident, law enforcement had received multiple calls concerning Gary Barnett. Disturbing social media posts made by Barnett in recent months and quotes shared on Facebook raised concerns about his mental state. The bodies of all the deceased have been sent to Nashville for autopsy, as investigations continue into this heart-wrenching event. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends impacted by this devastating loss. (Source: Tennessee Bureau of Investigation) (Read more shooting stories.)
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