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Crossville Today
By the People, for the People
78-Year-Old Crossville Man Charged With Aggravated Assault After Shooting
Glenn Kay was arrested and booked into Cumberland County Jail on a $15,000 bond.
Published on Feb. 19, 2026
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The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) has charged 78-year-old Glenn Kay with aggravated assault following a shooting incident in Cumberland County on Sunday night. The victim was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.
Why it matters
Violent crimes involving elderly individuals are relatively uncommon, and this case raises questions about the circumstances that led to the alleged assault and the potential factors that may have contributed to the incident.
The details
According to the TBI, the shooting occurred in the 100 block of Fairhaven Drive in Cumberland County. Kay was identified as the shooter and was subsequently charged with one count of aggravated assault. He has since been booked into the Cumberland County Jail on a $15,000 bond.
- The shooting incident occurred on Sunday night.
The players
Glenn Kay
A 78-year-old man from Crossville, Tennessee, who was charged with aggravated assault after allegedly shooting another person.
Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI)
The state law enforcement agency that investigated the shooting incident and charged Glenn Kay with aggravated assault.
Bryant Dunaway
The 13th Judicial District Attorney General who requested the TBI to investigate the shooting incident.
What’s next
The judge will determine whether to grant Kay bail at a hearing scheduled for next week.
The takeaway
This case highlights the need for a deeper understanding of the factors that can contribute to violent incidents involving elderly individuals, as well as the importance of thorough investigations and appropriate legal proceedings to ensure public safety and justice.
