Tennessee man was arrested and with six counts of aggravated assault on Friday morning after he allegedly shot at a family who was enjoying a day by sledding in the snow.
According to the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Benjamin Cook was upset at with a family shedding on his property.
Parents had taken their four children to go sledding on a hill in their neighborhood. While sledding, several gunshots were reportedly heard coming from a home down the hill. The mother of the children said she saw snow fly up from the ground a few feet from her 1-year-old son.
Officials said the parents immediately looked in the direction of the shots and yelled at a man to stop shooting. The man allegedly claimed they were on his property, but the family told him they weren’t. After that, the parents gathered their kids and belongings, returned to their home, and called law enforcement.
Pictures obtained from a neighbor showed Cook wearing matching clothes while walking through the woods, carrying a black rifle slung across his back.
As the law enforcement personnel engaged in conversation with Cook, they carefully assessed the situation, taking note of his demeanor and behavior. Scrutinizing the evidence at hand, they diligently worked to ascertain the purpose and intent behind Cook’s actions, ensuring the safety of both the public and themselves.
Through their expert judgment and meticulous investigation, the officers aimed to draw a comprehensive understanding of the circumstances surrounding Cook’s presence in the area and the potential implications of his armed demeanor.