Neighbors Demand Safety Changes After Fatal Shooting at Cedar Creek Marina

Mt. Juliet police to meet with other agencies to discuss improving security following second deadly incident in two years.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Residents living near Cedar Creek Marina in Nashville, Tennessee are calling for safety improvements at the marina after a shooting last month left three people dead. This is the second fatal incident at the marina in the past two years, prompting neighbors to voice concerns about a "bad element" moving into the area. Mt. Juliet police have responded by adding a surveillance tower, increasing patrols, and considering more permanent security cameras, but some locals are skeptical these measures will be enough to deter future violence.

Why it matters

The shootings at Cedar Creek Marina have shaken the local community and raised questions about the safety and security at the popular boating and dining destination. With two deadly incidents in just two years, neighbors are worried the marina has become a magnet for criminal activity, impacting the overall sense of safety in the area.

The details

Following the most recent shooting on January 30th that left two men dead, Mt. Juliet police have taken several steps to try to improve security at Cedar Creek Marina. They have installed a surveillance tower, increased patrols in the area, and are considering adding more permanent security cameras. However, some neighbors are doubtful these measures will be effective, arguing "those people aren't afraid of the cops or cameras" and that increased monitoring may just drive people away from the marina altogether.

  • The first fatal shooting at Cedar Creek Marina occurred in 2024 when robbers killed a bystander.
  • The second shooting happened on January 30, 2026, killing two men and ending with police shooting the suspect.

The players

Cedar Creek Marina

A popular boating and dining destination in Nashville, Tennessee that has been the site of two fatal shootings in the past two years.

Mt. Juliet Police

The local law enforcement agency that has responded to the shootings at Cedar Creek Marina by adding security measures like a surveillance tower and increased patrols.

Chris Durham

A neighbor of Cedar Creek Marina who expressed concerns about a "bad element" moving into the area following the recent shooting.

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What they’re saying

“It's not the first time, so that makes you think there's a bad element moving in.”

— Chris Durham, Neighbor (wsmv.com)

“Every time somebody gets killed, it's extremely sad. You wonder about their families and children and grandchildren.”

— Chris Durham, Neighbor (wsmv.com)

What’s next

Mt. Juliet police will meet with other agencies, including Cedar Creek Marina management, Wilson County officials, the sheriff's office, on Thursday to 'strengthen safety and communication' at the marina.

The takeaway

The shootings at Cedar Creek Marina have left the local community shaken and searching for solutions to improve safety and security at the popular destination. While police have taken some initial steps, neighbors remain skeptical about whether increased surveillance and patrols will be enough to deter future violence and restore a sense of safety in the area.