Dontrail Spencer Jr., 23, was fatally shot inside a residence on Hydes Ferry Road in Nashville’s Bordeaux neighborhood on the evening of April 11, 2025. Metro Nashville Police were called by 911 at about 8:39 p.m.; when officers arrived the home was empty but blood was found inside. Nashville General Hospital later reported that Spencer had been brought there by a private vehicle and died shortly after arrival.

People who transported Spencer to the hospital were reportedly at the Hydes Ferry Road home during the shooting. Investigators recovered an AR-style rifle inside the residence, and homicide detectives are examining whether the shooting may have been accidental. No charges have been filed and no suspects have been publicly identified as the investigation remains active.

Anyone who was in the Bordeaux area that evening or who has information about the Hydes Ferry Road residence or the people who brought Spencer to the hospital is asked to come forward.