Man Shoots Half-Brother In the Head During Argument

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John Ross
John Ross

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Domestic Violence and East Precinct detectives are investigating Friday night’s shooting that critically injured George Baker Jr., 62, inside a residence he shared with the suspect, his half-brother John Ross, at 1615 Cahal Avenue.

Ross, 54, called police at 8 p.m. to report that he had shot Baker. A witness told investigators that the two men were arguing when Ross pulled out a handgun and pointed it at Baker.

The two continued to argue and the gun fired. Baker was struck in the head.

George Baker Jr. (Photo: MNPD)
George Baker Jr. (Photo: MNPD)

He was transported to Vanderbilt University Medical Center where he is in extremely critical condition.

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Ross, who appeared to be intoxicated at the time of the shooting, is charged with attempted criminal homicide. He is being held in lieu of $150,000 bond.

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