Full Breakdown
Fatal Shooting Inside Nashville Sam’s Club Claims Frito-Lay Worker
9/7/2026, 3:03:27 AM
Core Incident
A 55-year-old Frito-Lay employee, Paris Carlock of Murfreesboro, was killed when a bullet penetrated the metal side wall of a Sam’s Club on Antioch Pike and struck him in the head. Carlock was conducting an early-morning product inventory in the chip aisle shortly after 4 a.m. on Sunday. Store staff rendered aid and he was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where police said he later died from his injuries.
Background & Context
Metro Nashville Police Department investigators linked the gunfire to an argument that began inside Lavo Lounge, a nearby bar on Antioch Pike. Security personnel removed the individuals involved from the lounge, but the dispute continued outside. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots as several vehicles departed the scene. The bullet that entered the Sam’s Club is believed to have originated from that outside exchange.
Official Statements & Responses
Homicide detectives are pursuing leads but have not announced any arrests or released descriptions of the shooter(s) or vehicles. Police have asked the public for information, emphasizing that callers to Nashville Crime Stoppers may remain anonymous and could qualify for a cash reward. Fox News reached out to Frito-Lay for comment; no response was reported.
Verbatim Quote
“Anyone with information about the gunfire and/or the vehicles involved is asked to call Nashville Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463,” — Police
What’s Next
The investigation remains active. Authorities continue to request tips about the gunfire and the vehicles observed leaving the area, urging anyone with relevant information to contact Nashville Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463. No further developments have been announced.
