In custody: 18-year-old attempted murder suspect turns himself in
City of Athens, Tennessee
UPDATE (6/22/26): According to the Athens Police Department, Raeshaun Hurst turned himself in to the McMinn County Justice Center.
ATHENS — The City of Athens TN Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in locating 18-year-old Cornelius Raeshaun Hurst in connection with a shooting incident that occurred at McMinn Village Apartments on Westside Street.
They say officers responded to the scene after reports of gunfire and determined that a bystander was struck by a projectile and transported to a local hospital.
The victim’s identity is not being released at this time.
Hurst has been charged with:
• Attempted First-Degree Murder
• Multiple Counts of Reckless Endangerment
He is considered armed and extremely dangerous.
They ask individuals to not approach Hurst if seen.
Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is urged to contact the Athens Police Department at (423) 744-2730.
