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Matthew Carney
Criminal homicide (alleged) — hit-and-run
What happened
Matthew Carney, owner of Nashville’s Smokin Thighs restaurant, was struck in a June 19, 2024, hit-and-run at his business and later died (July 4). Police charged Raigoz-Martinez—already sought in related theft/chase cases—with criminal homicide and evidence tampering.
Immigration status (as reported)
Mexican national; ICE said he entered without admission or parole. An ICE detainer was lodged after the homicide arrest.
Legal outcome
Charged with criminal homicide and related offenses; ICE detainer in place. Case pending. Presumption of innocence applies.
Pending case
The accused persons are presumed innocent unless and until convicted in a court of law. This page will be updated when the trial concludes.
Sources
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Court filings & official records
- MNPD / Nashville.gov — criminal homicide chargingOfficial / court
News coverage
- Fox News — charging reportPerceived conservative
- FOX 17 Nashville — ICE confirmationPerceived neutral
- WSMV — investigation detailsPerceived neutral
- NewsChannel 9 — ICE status / manhuntPerceived neutral