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Yahoo
11-06-2025
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Former Terre Haute resident killed in violent attack in Tennessee
A former Terre Haute resident lost her life in Columbia, Tenn. May 31 after a violent attack in her neighborhood that left two people dead and another injured. Stacie Lynn Malone Wright, 51, who graduated from Terre Haute North Vigo High School and Indiana State University, was one of two people killed in the attack; the other individual who died, John Bidle, was a neighbor. The suspected gunman, Byron Childers, 41, lived just a few houses down from the victims, according to NewsChannel5 in Nashville. Childers faces multiple charges, including two counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted first-degree murder, the station reported. Others individuals were assaulted in the attack. According to quoting affidavits, Childers walked up and shot 46-year-old Bidle, who was standing in front of a house in the neighborhood. Witnesses reported that Childers then stood over Bidle in the street and shot him several more times while shouting, 'It was safe now,' because he got the 'demon from hell.' While this was happening, Wright opened the door of her home to see what the noise was, and Childers turned the gun on her, according to the affidavit. She was hit multiple times. Bidle lived across the street from her, the station reported. Childers later began firing at an ice cream truck on the street. A man in the ice cream truck was struck by a bullet in the hip, and his truck was hit several times by the gunfire, WSMV reported. Wright was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she later died. In Tennessee, she had been a talent acquisition specialist at Ultium Cells. She was born to the late Silver Ruth Barksdale Malone and Pastor Cleytus D. Malone, according to an obituary. Survivors include her husband of 20 years, Sean Wright, and children, Sydni and Sean Michael of Columbia, Tennessee, as well as her father, Cleytus Malone of Terre Haute and brother, Dwayne Malone of Terre Haute. Ceremonies to celebrate Wright's life are June 14 at Saints Home Church of God in Christ in Terre Haute; visitation is from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. and the funeral is at 1 p.m In lieu of flowers, people are asked to donate to Stacie's GoFundMe at The Boys and Girls Club of South Central Tennessee issued the following statement on social media after her death: "We are heartbroken. "This weekend, we lost a beloved member of our Boys & Girls Club family. Stacie Wright—a longtime volunteer, mentor, and friend—tragically lost her life in Columbia. "Stacie was a bright light in our community. She gave her time freely and her heart fully, always showing up with warmth, joy, and an unwavering commitment to the mission. Whether she was helping behind the scenes at fundraising events or guiding kids as they built birdhouses in Spring Hill, Stacie's presence made everything better. She truly embodied the spirit of service, and her impact on our youth was immeasurable. "We are devastated by this loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family, friends, and colleagues at Ultium Cells during this incredibly difficult time. Stacie touched so many lives, and her kindness will never be forgotten. "She will be missed more than words can say."
Yahoo
05-06-2025
- Yahoo
Neighbors rally to support family of man killed in Columbia shooting
COLUMBIA, Tenn. (WKRN) — Columbia residents are still shocked following a double homicide in a typically quiet neighborhood. Shortly before 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, the Columbia Police Department said that officers responded to a shooting with multiple victims on Somerset Lane. Those victims were later identified as 46-year-old John Bidle and 51-year-old Stacie Wright. RELATED | 'A heartbeat of love': Community remembers woman killed in Columbia shooting The shooting was something that neighbors like Lee Hudson said they never expected to happen within the community. 'This is a one-off occurrence — and a freak occurrence — that we hope to never see happen again,' Hudson said. Court documents obtained by News 2 stated that Byron Childers was walking down the street with a rifle and shot Bidle multiple times; Columbia police said he was pronounced dead at the scene. The community, now missing two beloved members, have said they aim to be shoulders for Bidle's and Wright's loved ones. 'We are there for you,' Hudson said. PREVIOUS | Suspected gunman identified after 2 killed, 1 injured in Columbia neighborhood The Cremation Society of Tennessee is helping the Bidle family with arrangements. In an obituary posted to their website, Bidle was described 'as a generous neighbor and loyal friend' who centered his family and loved working on classic cars. Bidle's loved ones will come together at the UAW Local 1853 Hall at 125 Stephen P Yokich Parkway in Spring Hill. To donate to a GoFundMe to support the Bidle family, You can also send a card, follow this link to order a memorial tree or send flowers to the family. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
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New details emerge following deadly shooting in Columbia neighborhood
WARNING: This article contains details that may be disturbing to some readers. COLUMBIA, Tenn. (WKRN) — Arrest documents describe a chaotic scene as two people were shot and killed in a suburban Columbia neighborhood last weekend. Officers were called to the 3000 block of Somerset Lane just after 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 31. Byron Childers is accused of shooting three people, 46-year-old John Bidle, 51-year-old Stacie Wright and a man driving an ice cream truck. Bidle died at the scene while Wright was taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center where she died in surgery. The ice cream truck driver was shot in the hip and also taken to Vanderbilt for treatment. 1 charged after 2 killed, 1 injured in Columbia shooting According to court documents, Childers was walking down Somerset Lane with a rifle when he shot Bidle while calling him a demon. Childers reportedly shot Bidle multiple times as he was lying in the roadway while shouting 'Demon from Hell' and 'it was safe now.' As Bidle lay wounded, Wright opened the door of her nearby home once she heard the gunshots. Childers walked toward her front doorway and shot Wright several times, which was witnessed by her husband inside the home, according to court documents. The man driving the ice cream truck told officers he saw Childers with an AR-style rifle and a pistol with suppressors on both firearms. He said once he spotted Childers, he heard gunshots and was struck in his hip. Multiple bullet holes were found in the side door of the ice cream truck. Suspected gunman identified after 2 killed, 1 injured in Columbia neighborhood A Metro Nashville officer who lived in the area drove over to the scene after he heard gunshots. According to court documents, Childers jumped into the officer's vehicle, punched him in the face and attempted to grab the steering wheel. The officer, who was off-duty, grabbed his service weapon as Childers ran away from the vehicle. Childers was soon taken into custody by Columbia officers. Childers was booked into the Maury County jail and charged with two counts of first-degree murder, first-degree attempted murder, three counts of aggravated assault, carjacking, assault, and use of a firearm in a dangerous felony. Records show he is being held without bond. ⏩ Battle Creek Middle School is offering counselors, support staff and any additional resources to the community. Anyone may visit Battle Creek Middle School, located at 121 Battle Creek Way, on June 3 and June 5, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 'Maury County Public Schools offers its deepest sympathy to the families impacted by this senseless act of violence,' said Maury County Public Schools Superintendent, Lisa Ventura. 'Now is the time to come together, and love and support one another. It is my hope that anyone that needs support will take advantage of our staff at Battle Creek Middle School.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
