Just after midnight on Sunday, Lilly Street in Bristol, Tennessee, became the scene of a devastating double homicide. Police were called to the neighborhood and found three people shot. Two were already dead when officers arrived, and a third was rushed to the hospital.
According to investigations, Elijah Khalil Campbell is now the primary suspect. He later turned himself in — not to Tennessee authorities, but to officers in Bristol, Virginia. This development added a layer of urgency and relief, as his surrender prevented the situation from spiraling further.
Campbell is now facing serious charges: two counts of first-degree murder and one count of attempted first-degree murder. Investigators believe all three victims were caught in a brutal exchange, though the exact motive remains under investigation. Detectives are piecing together what led to the bloodshed in what has shaken the quiet Bristol community.
Neighbors described Lilly Street as a usually calm stretch of homes, making the violence feel all the more shocking. In the hours following the shooting, the area was swarming with crime scene tape and officers carefully collecting evidence, talking quietly into radios, and consoling residents. For many, it was a reminder of how fragile safety can be.
In a measured but firm statement, police urged anyone with information — no matter how small — to come forward. They emphasized that tips from the community could be critical in understanding how and why things went so wrong. Detectives say they are leaving no stone unturned.
Meanwhile, Campbell remains in custody, and formal court proceedings are expected soon. Bail hasn’t been publicly confirmed, and officials are evaluating how to proceed given the severity of the charges. The case is likely to draw more scrutiny as it unfolds.
At its heart, this story is about loss: two lives cut short, a third person fighting to recover, and a neighborhood stunned. As the investigation continues, the community is left grappling with grief — and the hope that justice will follow.
