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Kendra Scott Charged with First-Degree Murder, Restricted from Victim’s Family

7/21/2026

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Kendra Scott was ordered to stay away from the victim’s family during her appearance while attorneys await doorbell video and autopsy.
She faces first-degree murder and firearm-use charges, is detained on a $100,000 bond, and will appear on August 3.
Police say Scott confronted Rodderius Morton on the porch, fired a shot to the back of his head, while her lawyer says Tennessee’s new Stand Your Ground law may not apply.

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Kendra Scott was ordered to stay away from the victim’s family during her appearance while attorneys await doorbell video and autopsy.
She faces first-degree murder and firearm-use charges, is detained on a $100,000 bond, and will appear on August 3.
Police say Scott confronted Rodderius Morton on the porch, fired a shot to the back of his head, while her lawyer says Tennessee’s new Stand Your Ground law may not apply.