Two Killed in Tennessee Plastics Plant Shooting by Ex-Employee
Tragedy struck a Cleveland, Tennessee, plastics factory on Monday morning when two employees were fatally shot. The incident occurred at Barku Plastics, where the victims, Tobias Gleinig and Ivan Aldergot, served as supervisors. Both men were German nationals, as confirmed by Cleveland Police Capt. Evie West.
Details of the Incident
Police responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 10:30 a.m. Upon arrival, they found both men deceased. Investigators identified a potential suspect who was tracked to a residence in Bradley County, which lies just outside the limits of Cleveland.
Police Response
Cleveland police quickly involved a SWAT team from the Bradley County Sheriff’s Office. They surrounded the home for several hours, utilizing drones and robots for reconnaissance. Eventually, authorities discovered the suspect dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
Suspect Profile
- The suspect was believed to be a former employee of Barku Plastics.
- His identity will be released by the Bradley County medical examiner.
Company Background
Barku Plastics specializes in injection molding and is a subsidiary of Barku Kunststofftechnik, which was founded in Germany in 1977. The company operates in Cleveland, a city with nearly 50,000 residents, situated about 32 miles east of Chattanooga.
Community Impact and Support
Cleveland police expressed their condolences, stating, “Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families, friends, and coworkers of Mr. Gleinig and Mr. Aldergot during this tragic time.” The violent event has shocked the local community.
Support Resources
If you or someone you know is experiencing a crisis, you can access help through the following resources:
- Call or text 988 for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
- Visit 988lifeline.org for support.
- Call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255.
- Visit SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources for further assistance.
