A juvenile suspect has been taken into custody by Cookeville Police after a Friday shooting at Cookeville’s West End Park.
The name of the suspect is being withheld, according to Cookeville Police Spokesperson Anthony Leonard.
18-year-old Demarcus Hughes of Cookeville died as a result of the shooting Friday. Hughes was pronounced dead upon arrival at Cookeville Regional Medical Center. A second victim was treated at CRMC. His condition is unknown.
The incident happened just after 4:00 Friday afternoon at West End Park. The shooting remains under investigation. Police did not indicate whether anyone else is wanted in connection with the incident.
Anyone with information on the case encouraged to contract Cookeville Police at 526-2125.
