A late-night shooting at a South Nashville bar parking lot left 25-year-old Raybon Ray Ray Da’monta Porter dead on October 13, 2024. Porter had been at the Illuzion Bar & Lounge on Murfreesboro Pike and was leaning into a friend’s car talking when at least two vehicles pulled into the lot and occupants opened fire. Porter was struck in the back and taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where he later died.

Metro Nashville Police say Porter does not appear to have been the intended target, and the motive remains unclear. No arrests have been announced and police have not publicly identified suspects. The lounge has reportedly been the scene of other violent incidents, and investigators are asking anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers; a cash reward may be available for tips that lead to an arrest. Porter is remembered by his family as a positive, encouraging presence and he leaves behind a young son.

If anyone witnessed the shooting or has information about the vehicles or occupants involved, please contact authorities.