Justin Gomez, 19, was shot dead on May 18, 2024, in the Hickory Woods Drive area of Nashville. According to police, Gomez told a family member he was heading to a local park to meet someone; around 10 p.m. that night he was fatally shot and was pronounced dead at the scene. Homicide detectives responded and the Metro Nashville Police Department described the incident as a targeted act, saying they believe Gomez was the intended victim.

Authorities have appealed to the public for help and asked anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers. No arrests or suspects have been publicly identified, and police have not disclosed a motive. Does anyone have information about Justin, the park he was going to, or the events on Hickory Woods Drive that night?