Incident Overview
A security guard, 44-year-old Richard Lewis, has been charged with first-degree murder following the fatal shooting of his co-worker, James Redmond, at a family event center known as Main Event.
Details of the Incident
The incident occurred Monday night at Main Event, a family entertainment center. According to witnesses and police reports, the shooting was preceded by an argument between the two security guards over the use of a metal detector.
Witness Accounts
Witnesses reported that Lewis had expressed anger earlier in the day, making a threatening statement about Redmond. Approximately ten minutes after their argument, shots were heard. Lewis was seen standing over Redmond, who had been shot in the head, and reportedly told another co-worker, “He came at me, I had to do it.”
Victim and Suspect Information
The victim, James Redmond, and the suspect, Richard Lewis, were both security guards at the facility. Lewis, who was responsible for ensuring the safety of visitors, does not have an active armed security guard license in the state of Tennessee.
Business Response and Current Status
Main Event has not yet provided a comment on the incident. The business opened later than usual on Tuesday, with some customers being turned away. Lewis is currently in jail with no bond.
Conclusion
The incident has left many shocked and the investigation is ongoing. Further updates from Main Event and law enforcement are awaited.
