Paris Carlock Obituary, Nashville Tennessee – Cause of Death

NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — The Nashville community is mourning the death of Paris Carlock, a 55-year-old man from Murfreesboro who was fatally struck by a bullet inside a Sam’s Club on Antioch Pike following gunfire outside the store.

Metro Nashville Police identified Carlock as the victim after the September 6, 2026 incident. According to police, the gunfire occurred outside the business, but a bullet traveled into the Sam’s Club and struck Carlock.

His death has brought renewed attention to the devastating consequences of gun violence and the danger posed when gunfire erupts in public places.

Paris Carlock Death: What Happened?

Police said Carlock was inside the Sam’s Club on Antioch Pike when he was struck by a bullet fired during gunfire outside the store.

Despite the location of the shooting activity being outside the business, the bullet entered the store and fatally struck Carlock.

The circumstances surrounding the gunfire remain part of the police investigation.

Authorities have identified Carlock as a 55-year-old Murfreesboro man.

Cause of Death

The reported cause of Carlock’s death was a fatal gunshot wound after he was struck by a bullet during gunfire outside the Sam’s Club.

Police have not indicated that Carlock was the intended target of the shooting. The available reporting describes him as an innocent person who was inside the store when he was struck.

The investigation remains focused on determining what led to the gunfire and identifying those responsible.

Nashville Sam’s Club Shooting Investigation

Metro Nashville Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

The incident occurred at the Sam’s Club on Antioch Pike, where Carlock was inside the business when the bullet struck him.

The case highlights the unpredictable danger created by gunfire in public areas, where people who have no connection to a confrontation can become victims.

Additional information concerning suspects, arrests or charges may be released as the investigation develops.

Remembering Paris Carlock

Paris Carlock was identified publicly as a 55-year-old Murfreesboro resident.

At the time of this report, limited verified biographical information has been publicly released about his life, career and family.

Rather than speculate about his personal history, those details are best left to relatives and friends who may choose to share memories and tributes following his death.

His death has nevertheless left a family and community facing the sudden loss of a loved one under tragic circumstances.

Paris Carlock Obituary and Funeral Arrangements

Detailed funeral arrangements for Paris Carlock had not been publicly announced in the information reviewed for this report.

No verified information was located concerning visitation, funeral services, burial arrangements or a public memorial.

Those details may be released by his family or a funeral home at a later date.

Paris Carlock Obituary Details

Latest Update on Paris Carlock Death

The latest confirmed information is that Paris Carlock, 55, of Murfreesboro, died after being struck by a bullet inside a Sam’s Club on Antioch Pike in Nashville on September 6, 2026.

Metro Nashville Police are continuing to investigate the gunfire that preceded his death.

Further information about the investigation, potential suspects and funeral arrangements may become available as authorities and the family release additional details.

Disclaimer

This article is based on publicly reported information concerning the death of Paris Carlock. His identification, age, residence and the circumstances of the fatal shooting are based on information attributed to Metro Nashville Police and current reporting. Funeral arrangements, family information and additional investigative details had not been publicly confirmed at the time of publication. This article may be updated as additional verified information becomes available.