Daniel Jeremiah Holmes ID’d As Deceased Suspect In Fatal Shooting Involving Selmer Police Officer

MEMPHIS, TN. (THECOUNT) — The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has identified the individual who was killed in an officer-involved shooting in McNairy County on Saturday as 39-year-old Daniel Jeremiah Holmes. Just after 3:00 p.m. Saturday, officers with the Selmer Police Department responded to a report of a suspicious person outside a residence in the 100 block of New Bethel Road.

The TBI stated that preliminary information indicated that when the first officer arrived, he encountered Holmes. According to reports, Holmes allegedly attacked the officer before firing several shots, which resulted in the officer being struck and fatally wounded. In response to this deadly attack, a second officer arrived at the location. This officer then returned fire, striking Holmes, who was subsequently pronounced deceased at the scene.

Public records show a farm in Ripley, Tennessee, as Holmes last known address. Public records also show he had ties to Jesup and Dublin, Georgia.

The identity of the officer who was killed has not been disclosed. The TBI adheres to a policy of not identifying officers involved in such incidents, leaving it to the discretion of the respective police department to release such information.

This incident marks another tragic addition to the list of officer-involved shootings in Tennessee, highlighting the dangers law enforcement officers face daily. The TBI continues its investigation into the circumstances leading to the shooting, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of the events. As of now, the Selmer Police Department has not released further details about the officer or the specifics of the encounter, maintaining the privacy of the officers involved while the investigation proceeds.

The TBI’s involvement ensures an independent and thorough investigation, which is crucial for understanding the sequence of events, collecting evidence, and conducting necessary interviews. The findings will be shared with the 25th Judicial District Attorney General Mark Davidson for review and further action. This process is essential for maintaining transparency and accountability in law enforcement actions.

No additional details regarding the weapon used by Holmes or the exact nature of the initial confrontation have been made public. The community of Selmer and the broader McNairy County area are left to grapple with the aftermath of this incident, which underscores the ongoing challenges and risks associated with police work.

For updates or further information, the public is advised to monitor official statements from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and the Selmer Police Department.

Selmer is a City in and the county seat of McNairy County, Tennessee, in the southwestern part of the state. The population was 4,446 as of the 2020 census. The city is named after Selma, Alabama.

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