Lawrenceburg Now

Wednesday, September 1, 2010

Teen Murdered In “Drug Deal Gone Bad”

   A Lawrence County teenager lost his life overnight Tuesday in what law enforcement officials suspect was a drug-related altercation.

   The shooting occurred around 9:05 p.m. Tuesday at the former Swinging Bridge/Simms Street Park on Simms Street. At the time of the incident officials with the City of Lawrenceburg were already in the process of dismantling the park. They hope to re-establish the park somewhere in the same general vicinity.

   According to Lawrenceburg Police Department Investigator Anthony Nugent, the victim of the shooting is Joshua Fox Smith, age 19, of West Point. He indicates that Smith sustained two gunshot wounds during what they suspect was “a drug deal gone wrong;” one to the left chest and one to the throat.

   Smith was transported to nearby Crockett Hospital by his girlfriend. He later died as the result of injuries sustained.

   The alleged shooter was identified as, Triston Bush, age 18, of Lawrenceburg. Investigators indicate the two “had gotten into a fight over $360.00 owed for marijuana.” During the ensuing altercation, they allege Bush pulled a handgun and shot Smith.

   Officials report Bush fled the area following the shooting. He was later apprehended by members of the Lewisburg Police Department and returned to Lawrenceburg.

   Bush was booked through the Lawrence County Jail on charges of first degree murder. Authorities indicate he is currently being held without bond.

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