In the small town of Kenton, Tennessee, a horrific scene unfolded on June 13, 2026, that would leave the community in shock and mourning. On that Saturday afternoon, police responded to a residence on Jan Lynn Street, where they discovered a tragedy that would soon draw the attention of state investigators. Inside the home, 1-year-old Landrie Harris was found deceased, a victim of a fatal gunshot wound. She was not the only young life lost that day. Alongside her was 11-year-old McKenna Young, who had also been shot and killed.
The tragedy extended beyond the two children. Their mother was also discovered in the home, having suffered multiple stab wounds. She was found in critical condition and immediately transported to Regional One Health in Memphis for urgent medical care. The severity of the scene prompted the local Kenton Police Department to call for assistance from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation to lead the double homicide investigation, with support from the Obion County Sheriff's Office. Investigators have been tight-lipped about the details of the case, emphasizing that the investigation is active and ongoing.
In the days following the discovery, the small community has been left grappling with the senseless violence that claimed the lives of two young girls. Neighbors and local leaders have expressed their shock and sorrow over the incident, a sentiment echoed by the Kenton Mayor who described it as a "horrific event." While the TBI continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the deaths of Landrie Harris and McKenna Young, no suspects have been publicly identified, and no arrests have been announced. The case remains an open and active investigation, leaving a community to wait for answers and justice for the two young lives that were cut short.
