Dawson McCracken dies in fatal Cookeville police shooting

Dawson McCracken dies in fatal Cookeville police shooting

Fatal Cookeville police shooting death of Dawson McCracken – Obituary

Dawson McCracken, 22, was fatally shot by law enforcement officers in Cookeville during an attempt to serve a domestic assault warrant late Sunday night.

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) confirmed that the incident occurred around 10:30 p.m. on the 2000 block of N. Willow Avenue.

Officers arrived to serve the warrant and found McCracken armed with a handgun. After efforts to negotiate with him failed, McCracken drew his weapon, prompting officers to fire. Medical aid was immediately given, but McCracken died shortly after at a nearby hospital.

The TBI continues its impartial investigation to gather evidence and witness statements, which will be forwarded to the District Attorney General. The final determination on whether the officers’ actions were justified rests with the District Attorney’s office.