CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – Clarksville police are investigating a shooting that resulted in the death of an 18-year-old.
Police responded to a home on Eastern Hills Drive Aug. 21 around 1:15 a.m. and found the teen, Mason Sandoval, with a gunshot wound. He was transported by ambulance to Tennova hospital where he was pronounced dead.
Investigators determined 47-year-old Kelly Thomas was moving a firearm from one location to another when he inadvertently discharged the gun and the bullet hit Sandoval.
No charges have been filed at this time.
Once the investigation is complete, the case will be turned over to the District Attorney’s for review and recommendations for further action.
No additional information is available at this time.