Nathan Poe : “Greene County Shooting: Attempted Murder Charge”

In a recent incident in Greene County, Tennessee, a man was arrested following a shooting that left another man hospitalized. The Greene County Sheriff’s Department (GCSD) responded to the scene on Bear Hollow Road in the northern part of the county.

Upon arrival, deputies found 42-year-old Nathan Poe with multiple gunshot wounds. Poe was airlifted to Johnson City Medical Center and is currently in critical condition. The alleged shooter, Claude “Junior” West, had fled the scene but was later apprehended by deputies in Hawkins County.

Claude West, aged 68, has been charged with attempted first-degree murder and is being held in Greene County Detention Center on a $400,000 bond. He is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday.

The incident has shocked the community, with residents expressing concern over the violence in the area. The GCSD is urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and assist in the investigation.

Authorities are working to determine the motive behind the shooting and are conducting a thorough investigation to ensure justice is served. The safety and well-being of the community are top priorities for law enforcement officials in Greene County.

As the case unfolds, residents are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. The GCSD is committed to keeping the community safe and will continue to work tirelessly to ensure incidents like this are prevented in the future.