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Man Arrested for Firing Multiple Shots at Nashville Bus Stop

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) – A man has been arrested and is now facing felony charges after allegedly firing multiple shots at a bus stop along Dickerson Pike in Nashville.

The incident occurred on Saturday, January 6, when the Metro Nashville Police Department received reports of a man shooting a gun at a bus stop outside the Walmart located in the 3400 block of Dickerson Pike.

According to the arrest report, two victims stated that the suspect, identified as 43-year-old Shawn Newby, fired two shots into the air before pointing the gun in their direction and firing at least three more shots. He then fled the scene.

Law enforcement officers were able to obtain a suspect description and discovered a shell casing near the bus stop.

While patrolling the area in search of the suspect, officers spotted a man who matched the suspect’s description walking on Doverside Drive near the intersection of Oakview Drive.

Despite the officers’ commands to stop, the man continued to walk away and discarded a gun on the ground. Police noted that he appeared unsteady on his feet and smelled of alcohol.

Upon running a database check on the suspect’s ID, officers discovered that Shawn Newby was a convicted felon with previous charges, including voluntary manslaughter and felon in possession.

Shawn Newby was taken into custody and booked into Metro Jail at around 4 a.m. on Sunday, January 7.

He now faces several charges, including felon in possession of a handgun and two counts of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by individuals with illegal firearms and highlights the importance of law enforcement in swiftly apprehending such offenders to ensure public safety.

Authorities are urging anyone with additional information regarding this incident to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation.

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