A late-night incident in the Frankewing community has turned deadly after a man was fatally injured during an aggravated assault on Thursday, December 26, 2025. The tragic event has left residents shaken as authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the violence that unfolded at a local business.
According to the Giles County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to the scene at approximately 9:50 p.m. after receiving a report of an aggravated assault. When deputies arrived, they found the victim, later identified as Douglas Winborn, suffering from a life-threatening injury. The situation was described as critical, prompting an immediate emergency response.
Deputies quickly rendered medical aid to Mr. Winborn while waiting for emergency medical services to arrive. EMS personnel then took over care and transported him to Vanderbilt University Medical Center for advanced treatment. Despite the efforts of first responders and hospital staff, Mr. Winborn succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. His death has deeply impacted the local community.
Authorities stated that the suspect, Justin Straw, was located at the scene of the incident. He was taken into custody without incident, according to the sheriff’s office. Law enforcement officials secured the area to ensure public safety and preserve evidence related to the case.
Investigators responded to the location and worked alongside deputies throughout the night to process the crime scene. Officials have not released details about what led up to the assault or the relationship between the victim and the suspect. The investigation remains ongoing as authorities work to gather all relevant facts.
Mr. Straw was later booked into the Giles County Jail and faces several serious charges, including First Degree Murder, Aggravated Assault, and Domestic Assault, under Tennessee Code Annotated sections 39-13-202, 39-13-102, and 39-13-111. As the legal process moves forward, the community is left mourning the loss of Douglas Winborn while awaiting further updates from investigators. Authorities say additional information may be released as the case develops.
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