Kevin Matthews : “Knoxville Bar Shooting Suspect Found Dead in Jacksonville, FL”

Accident – Death – Obituary News :

The Knoxville Police Department announced that Kevin Matthews, the suspect in a fatal double shooting at a bar in Knoxville, Tennessee, was found dead at a hotel in Jacksonville, Florida. U.S. marshals had been tracking Matthews across state lines after the tragic incident.

Details of the Incident

Matthews, aged 40, and another individual, Steven Davis, were involved in the shooting that resulted in the deaths of 28-year-old Zachery Herrera and 41-year-old John Goosie outside the Pint House bar. Davis was charged with assault and violating parole, while Matthews faced accusations of killing the two victims.

According to reports by WBIR, the suspects initiated a confrontation with Herrera, a security guard at the bar, for reasons that are still unclear. Goosie intervened to try and stop the altercation, but it escalated when Matthews pulled out a gun and fired multiple shots, tragically hitting both men.

Legal Consequences

Prior to his death, Matthews was set to be charged with two counts of first-degree murder. Davis, on the other hand, was apprehended last Tuesday and taken into custody. Matthews was reported to be armed and dangerous before law enforcement located him at the hotel in Jacksonville.

Previous Criminal Record

Records show that Matthews had a history of arrests for various offenses in different states. In Ohio, he faced charges of aggravated robbery, tampering with evidence, attempted theft, and lesser crimes. Additionally, in Michigan, he was arrested for home invasion and burglary.

This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of swift and efficient law enforcement efforts in tracking down suspects involved in violent crimes across state borders.

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• Suspect in Knoxville bar shooting found dead in Jacksonville FL
• Suspect in Knoxville bar shooting found dead in Jacksonville Florida

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