Attempted Murder in McMinnville

July 7, 2022

21 year-old William Fernandez from McMinnville, TN is facing charges of attempted criminal homicide after allegedly shooting his roommate during an argument that took place on July 4.

According to McMinnville Police Department, the incident took place between Fernandez and 25 year-old Devon Grove at their residence on Mauzy St.

Police spoke to Grove who said Fernandez told him to pack up his things and leave. Grove said he was moving a tote and that’s when he said Fernandez opened fire and shot him in the spine. Hospital officials say he is paralyzed at this time.

Fernandez was arraigned in General Sessions Court Tuesday and appointed an attorney.

Lucky Knott

One of Southern Tennessee's most experienced and recognized news broadcasters and play-by-play sportscasters. News and Sports Director for Rooster 101.5 FM, 93.9 The Duck and Whiskey Country 105.1, and 95.9. He is currently the play-by-play voice of the Coffee County Red Raiders (31 years) on The Rooster 101.5 and can be heard M-F broadcasting our local news. Lucky has done play-by-play for 3,993 (and counting) sports events on Radio & TV. He also served four years as the Public Information Officer for the Coffee Co. Sheriff's Dept. and taught Radio/TV for six years at Grundy County High School.