Clarksville Jury Convicts Man in 2021 Double Homicide
A Clarksville man faces convictions for first-degree murder and criminally negligent homicide in a 2021 case.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Crime — General
A Clarksville jury found Matthew Konen guilty of first-degree murder and criminally negligent homicide on October 8, 2026. The charges follow the discovery of victims Rachel Konen and David Rodgers at a Westwood Drive home in 2021.
Why it matters
The convictions bring a legal resolution to the 2021 deaths of Rachel Konen and David Rodgers after years of investigation. The case concludes a lengthy judicial process for the Clarksville community.
A jury delivered guilty verdicts against Matthew Konen for the deaths of Rachel Konen and David Rodgers. The court proceedings were led by District Attorney Robert Nash and Assistant District Attorney West.
The players
Matthew Konen
He is the individual found guilty of first-degree murder and criminally negligent homicide.
Robert Nash
He served as the District Attorney who prosecuted the case against the defendant.
Bruce Kilby
He is the detective who performed investigative work on the homicide case.
Rachel Konen
She is one of the two individuals found dead at the residence on Westwood Drive.
David Rodgers
He is one of the two individuals found dead at the residence on Westwood Drive.
The details
The investigation began when officers discovered the victims deceased at a Westwood Drive residence in early 2021. Law enforcement, including the Crime Scene Unit and Detective Bruce Kilby, processed the scene to secure evidence for the trial.
Timeline
January 20, 2021: Victims found dead at a home on Westwood Drive.
October 8, 2026: Matthew Konen convicted of homicide and murder.
Legal Context
The prosecution of this homicide case followed the rigorous evidentiary standards defined by the Tennessee Rules of Criminal Procedure. These standards dictate how evidence gathered by investigators like Detective Bruce Kilby is presented in court.
The conclusion of this trial provides closure to the community regarding the events of 2021 on Westwood Drive. Local residents and neighborhood businesses now have a formal legal outcome to the long-standing case.
The takeaway
The jury verdict marks the end of the legal proceedings regarding the 2021 deaths. Residents looking for public records on criminal cases can typically find documents through their county clerk of court website.
Further reading
For additional context on legal developments in the region, visit the Clarksville Crime — General section.
