By Don Teal, Martin Chief of Police
While investigating a shooting inside the Slide and Ride Bar on July 11th, MPD investigators learned of a second shooting which took place in the parking lot. Investigation did reveal the defendant 20 year old Charleston C. Kimble of Tiptonville Tn. did unlawfully discharge a firearm at a vehicle which was occupied by four individuals and the vehicle was struck multiple times by projectiles. Investigation also revealed this vehicle was struck while it was stopped in a crowded parking lot at the Slide and Ride Bar which is located at 627 North Lindell Street. No injuries were reported.
Kimble is being charged with 4 counts of Aggravated Assault, Reckless Endangerment (Serious Injury or Use of a Deadly Weapon), and Vandalism.
Investigators have yet to determine if both shootings are anyway connected or motive for either incident. No arrest has been made in the shooting inside the bar. If anyone has information call the Martin Police Dept. at 731-587-5355.
The victim inside the bar was 35 year old Shawn Maclin of Union City Tn. Mr. Maclin is still recovering from his injuries at the Med in Memphis.