ICYMI: Gunman Opens Fire at Tennessee Bar—But Security Guard Was Armed and Ready!
A gunman opened fire outside a Tennessee nightclub, but a fearless security guard fired back with an assault rifle. 🌐 #News #ChattanoogaTN #Tennessee #Crime
CHATTANOOGA, TN – A terrifying shootout erupted outside a Chattanooga, Tennessee nightclub when a gunman ambushed a crowd and opened fire—only to be met with a fearless security guard who quickly fought back, unleashing a barrage of gunfire. The tense encounter left the shooter wounded while dozens of clubgoers scrambled for safety.
Gunfire Erupts Outside Dream Nightclub
The violence unfolded just after 2 a.m. on January 26 in the parking lot of Dream nightclub. A 24-year-old gunman ran toward a group gathered outside and began firing a handgun, sending people running for cover.
A security guard, appearing to wear body armor, didn’t hesitate. He raised an assault rifle and fired back, unleashing what witnesses described as a rapid burst of gunfire. After briefly pausing, he tracked the shooter’s movements before resuming fire.
Panic swept through the scene as terrified patrons dropped to the ground or ran for their lives.
Shooter Wounded, Security Guard’s Actions Under Review
The suspect, whose name has not been released, was later arrested after showing up at a hospital with non-life-threatening gunshot wounds, according to police. It remains unclear whether the security guard could face any charges.
Club owner JaMichael Smith confirmed that the guard worked for him, praising his swift response in protecting patrons.
Nightclub Plagued By Violence
This was not the first time Dream nightclub had been at the center of gunfire.
On December 1, a fight inside the bar escalated into a shooting that left a 22-year-old injured. As a result, authorities recently issued the club a five-day suspension of its alcohol service.
Chattanooga has struggled with a string of violent incidents tied to its nightlife.
In 2023, a man was fatally shot outside a bar. The previous year, a mass shooting left three people dead and 14 injured after gunfire erupted outside another club. That same week, six teenagers were shot in downtown Chattanooga in yet another outbreak of violence.
As the investigation continues, authorities are reviewing the latest nightclub shootout and what led to the dramatic exchange of gunfire.
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