Tommy Nguyen Obituary, Death;- A man has died following a shooting incident in Hamblen County, as reported by the Hamblen County Sheriff’s Office, although no charges have been filed at this time.
The incident occurred on Saturday at approximately 7 p.m., according to a news release from the sheriff’s office, when deputies responded to a residence in west Hamblen County. Upon arrival, they discovered 39-year-old Tommy Nguyen suffering from “multiple gunshot wounds to his upper body.”
“Despite the life-saving measures taken by deputies and emergency medical personnel, he was declared dead at the scene,” stated the sheriff’s office. “The property owner, Landon Huffman, aged 41, confessed to shooting Nguyen.”
Preliminary investigations indicate that a confrontation took place between the two men, as noted by the office, during which Nguyen allegedly threatened Huffman and advanced towards him wielding a stick. In response, Huffman shot him, according to the office.
“Our investigators are actively gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to ascertain the complete details surrounding this unfortunate event,” Sheriff Chad Mullins remarked.
Mullins further indicated that no charges have been filed against Huffman.
