Clarksville Man Arrested After Store Clerk Attacked With Machete During Robbery

Aaron Boodoosingh

CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. — A Clarksville man has been arrested after police say he used a machete to seriously injure a convenience store clerk during an aggravated robbery Tuesday night.

According to the Clarksville Police Department, officers responded at approximately 10:18 p.m. on June 30 to the EZ Market in the 1801 block of East Boy Scout Road after receiving a report of a stabbing.

When officers arrived, they found the store clerk suffering from multiple lacerations.

Investigators determined that 23-year-old Aaron Boodoosingh of Clarksville allegedly used a machete during the robbery, causing multiple cuts to the victim.

Detectives worked through the night and quickly identified both the suspect and the vehicle involved.

At approximately 8:55 a.m. on July 1, officers located Boodoosingh at his residence and arrested him without incident.

He has been charged with Especially Aggravated Robbery, and his bond has been set at $150,000.

Police said the store clerk remains hospitalized. His injuries are considered non-life-threatening, and he is reported to be in stable condition.

The investigation remains active, and additional charges may be filed.

Anyone with information or video related to the incident is asked to contact Detective Lockerman at (931) 648-0656, extension 5299.