Samuel Ridenour, a 23-year-old male, died from a gunshot wound in the early morning hours of Saturday, August 9, 2025. The incident occurred at a residence on Sequoyah Road in Andersonville, Tennessee. Deputies from the Anderson County Sheriff's Office responded to a call about the shooting shortly after 2:00 a.m. and found Ridenour deceased at the scene.
The Anderson County Sheriff's Office's Criminal Investigation Division is heading the investigation into the fatal shooting.
In the immediate aftermath, authorities reported that they had identified all parties involved in the incident. They also assured the public that there was no ongoing threat to the community.
While the investigation was initiated, law enforcement officials stated that the possibility of charges being filed was pending the outcome of their inquiry. As of the latest available information, there have been no public announcements regarding any arrests made or specific suspects named in connection with the death of Samuel Ridenour. The investigation remains under the jurisdiction of the Anderson County Sheriff's Office.
