Homicide Unit detectives are working to identify the gunman who fatally shot 34-year-old Alexander Presley at 7:25 p.m. Monday outside his Weaver Drive residence.
South Precinct officers responding to a report of gunshots in the area located Presley nearby inside his running vehicle on School Lane. The car had a bullet hole in it. Presley died at the scene from a gunshot wound.
Witnesses reported that Presley was seated inside his car in the driveway of his home when a newer model black sedan pulled in behind him. Two persons got out and approached Presley’s vehicle. One of them fired a shot. The two then fled. Presley drove to the 1300 block of School Lane where officers found him.
Detective Myriah Iles is leading this investigation. Anyone with information about the murder of Alexander Presley is asked to call Nashville Crime Stoppers at 615-742-7463. Callers to Crime Stoppers can remain anonymous and qualify for a cash reward.