Police Investigate Death Threat Against Eva Romero
The Republican candidate for Tennessee House District 60 received a death threat via text message on Wednesday.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Terrorism
Metro Nashville Police have opened an investigation into a death threat sent to the campaign of Eva Romero, a Republican candidate for Tennessee House District 60. The threatening text message, which targeted both Romero and her family, was received by the campaign on October 14, 2026.
Why it matters
The investigation highlights growing security concerns for political candidates during high-stakes election cycles. Opposing candidate Shaundelle Brooks has formally condemned the threat against the Romero campaign.
The Metro Nashville Police Department Specialized Investigations Division is leading the inquiry into the intimidation report. The specific individual responsible for sending the text message has not yet been identified.
The players
Eva Romero
She is the Republican candidate currently running for the Tennessee House District 60 seat.
Shaundelle Brooks
She is the opposing candidate in the Tennessee House District 60 election race.
Metro Nashville Police
This department is responsible for investigating the intimidation report and the source of the threatening message.
The details
The threatening text was sent to the campaign following an automated reminder message regarding the start of early voting. Authorities are now working to trace the source of the communication as the race for the House District 60 seat, which covers parts of Hermitage and Old Hickory, continues.
Timeline
The campaign received the death threat on October 14, 2026.
Early voting began in Tennessee on October 15, 2026.
Shaundelle Brooks's son was killed in 2018.
Legal Context
The incident follows a pattern set by the 2018 death of Shaundelle Brooks's son, influencing the candidate's swift public condemnation of the recent threat. It mirrors broader legislative concerns regarding the security of political candidates across Tennessee during current election cycles.
Residents in House District 60, including those in Hermitage and Old Hickory, may see an increased presence of security around local campaign events. The investigation serves as an advisory for voters to remain alert as police continue to secure the local community.
The takeaway
Political campaigns should ensure their digital security measures are active during high-traffic periods like early voting. Officials urge the public to report any further suspicious electronic communications to local law enforcement immediately.
Further reading
For more on safety protocols and incident reports, visit the Nashville Terrorism page.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wsmv.
