Current:Home > MarketsBelmont University student hit in the head by stray bullet in Nashville -Ascend Wealth Education
Belmont University student hit in the head by stray bullet in Nashville
Chainkeen View
Date:2025-04-07 05:33:17
A Belmont University student lay in a Nashville park for an hour before she was found suffering from a stray gunshot wound to the head.
Jillian Ludwig, 18, was shot at about 2:30 p.m. Tuesday while she walked around the track at the Edgehill Community Memorial Gardens Park, Metro Nashville Police said. Ludwig is a freshman music business major from New Jersey, the University said in an email to students and staff.
"Jillian's family arrived in Nashville tonight and are with her at the hospital," the email said.
Police said early Wednesday morning that 29-year-old Shaquille Taylor was taken into custody in connection with the shooting.
According to Taylor's arrest affidavits, a person flagged down police at about 3:30 p.m. when Ludwig was found in the park. She was taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center in critical condition.
While investigating the scene, police found six 40-caliber bullet casings at a nearby intersection, according to Taylor's arrest affidavit. Video footage from a nearby public housing complex, where the gunfire is believed to have originated, recorded a man firing multiple rounds toward a dark sedan.
As the car sped away, Ludwig was seen on the video footage falling to the ground, according to the court records.
A confidential informant identified Taylor as the alleged shooter, according to his arrest affidavit, and his appearance matched that of the man seen on video. While police were still on scene, Taylor walked out of his girlfriend's apartment at the complex, and officers took him into custody.
"The defendant admitted to firing shots at a car and identified himself as the suspect from a still photograph obtained from the MDHA footage," the arrest affidavit said.
Kidnapping case:Idaho mother, son face kidnapping charges in 15-year-old girl's abortion in Oregon
Sensory-friendly hours:Walmart to start daily sensory-friendly hours in its stores this week: Here's why
Suspect admitted involvement in shooting, police say
Taylor's girlfriend also told police that he'd admitted to her that he was involved in a shooting, according to police records.
Taylor is charged with evidence tampering, for giving the gun to another person after the shooting and aggravated assault with bond set at $280,000, according to court records.
Belmont University President Greg Jones released a campus-wide statement Wednesday morning.
"Jillian is an engaged member of our community who is known for her love of music and its incredible power," Jones said. "A music business major and bass player, she is often found at concerts, cheering on fellow musicians and using music as a way to connect with those around her. Jillian is also an avid runner who enjoys being outside."
Jones encouraged students to take advantage of the counseling services offered on campus.
"Today, I am comforted by the love of a God who is present with us in our pain and suffering," Jones said. "On days like this one, let us lean into this love as we do our best as a community to care for and support one another. Please join me in praying for Jillian’s family, friends and loved ones."
veryGood! (72341)
Related
- FACT FOCUS: Inspector general’s Jan. 6 report misrepresented as proof of FBI setup
- Developers Put a Plastics Plant in Ohio on Indefinite Hold, Citing the Covid-19 Pandemic
- Trump’s New Clean Water Act Rules Could Affect Embattled Natural Gas Projects on Both Coasts
- U.S. opens new immigration path for Central Americans and Colombians to discourage border crossings
- Macy's says employee who allegedly hid $150 million in expenses had no major 'impact'
- Many Nations Receive Failing Scores on Climate Change and Health
- Some of America's biggest vegetable growers fought for water. Then the water ran out
- 6 killed in small plane crash in Southern California
- 2025 'Doomsday Clock': This is how close we are to self
- Iowa teen gets life in prison for killing Spanish teacher over bad grade
Ranking
- Appeals court scraps Nasdaq boardroom diversity rules in latest DEI setback
- The blizzard is just one reason behind the operational meltdown at Southwest Airlines
- These Candidates Vow to Leave Fossil Fuel Reserves in the Ground, a 180° Turn from Trump
- There's a shortage of vets to treat farm animals. Pandemic pets are partly to blame
- Taylor Swift Eras Archive site launches on singer's 35th birthday. What is it?
- The Senate’s Two-Track Approach Reveals Little Bipartisanship, and a Fragile Democratic Consensus on Climate
- Wells Fargo to pay $3.7 billion settling charges it wrongfully seized homes and cars
- Style Meets Function With These 42% Off Deals From Shay Mitchell's Béis
Recommendation
Working Well: When holidays present rude customers, taking breaks and the high road preserve peace
Fortnite maker Epic Games agrees to settle privacy and deception cases
Missouri man convicted as a teen of murdering his mother says the real killer is still out there
As Deaths Surge, Scientists Study the Link Between Climate Change and Avalanches
Have Dry, Sensitive Skin? You Need To Add These Gentle Skincare Products to Your Routine
In New York’s 16th Congressional District, a Progressive Challenge to the Democratic Establishment Splits Climate Groups
Starbucks workers plan a 3-day walkout at 100 U.S. stores in a unionization effort
Amy Schumer Trolls Sociopath Hilaria Baldwin Over Spanish Heritage Claims & von Trapp Amount of Kids