Clarence “Lynn” Devoti : Greene Co. man charged with murder in Thursday shooting

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Greene County Sheriff
2. Murder charges Greene County

An Afton man in Greene County, Tennessee, has been charged with second-degree murder after a shooting incident. The Greene County Sheriff’s Department responded to a 911 call about a possible shooting at a home on Old Stage Road, where Clarence “Lynn” Devoti, 73, was found with a gunshot wound and later pronounced dead. The suspect, William “Justin” Harrison, 36, was identified by investigators and has been charged with second-degree murder. Harrison is currently in custody on a $600,000 bond and is scheduled to appear in court on Monday. The investigation is ongoing with the assistance of the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.

Details of the Incident in Greene County, Tennessee

In Greene County, Tennessee, a tragic incident unfolded on Thursday afternoon, resulting in the death of Clarence “Lynn” Devoti, a 73-year-old man from Afton. The Greene County Sheriff’s Department received a distressing 911 call reporting a possible shooting at a residence in the 5600 block of Old Stage Road around 4:35 p.m.

First Responders’ Efforts

Upon arrival at the scene, deputies discovered Devoti with a gunshot wound and immediately administered CPR in an attempt to save his life. Despite their best efforts, Devoti was pronounced dead by EMS shortly thereafter. The authorities wasted no time in launching a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident.

Suspect Identified and Charged

After conducting a detailed investigation, the sheriff’s department’s Criminal Investigations Division, in conjunction with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, identified William “Justin” Harrison, a 36-year-old resident of Afton, as the prime suspect in Devoti’s untimely death. Harrison was promptly arrested and charged with second-degree murder in connection with the shooting.

Judicial Proceedings and Current Status

As of the latest update, William “Justin” Harrison remains in custody at the Greene County Sheriff’s Department on a substantial $600,000 bond. He is scheduled to make a court appearance on Monday to face the charges brought against him in relation to the tragic events that transpired on that fateful Thursday afternoon in Afton, Greene County, Tennessee.

Stay tuned for further updates as this developing story continues to unfold in the community. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family and loved ones of Clarence “Lynn” Devoti during this difficult time.