Harriman City councilman Brian Frost issued a statement on Facebook about the shooting and the party taking place on his property.

My deepest condolences go out to the family and loved ones impacted by the tragic incident that occurred outside of the business downstairs where I have my race shop please keep them in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.. Frost went on to say I was not present and had no knowledge of what happened but I understand my son was there and I am fully cooperating with those looking into this matter. This is a heartbreaking situation for everyone involved and I continue to pray for peace healing and strength for the family in our community “this a statement from Harriman councilman Brian Frost again the investigation is continuing we will keep you updated as we were first report this early Saturday afternoon reiterating a 17-year-old has been charged with second-degree murder along with tampering with evidence and aggravated assault the person identified as Riley Pawlick he is in a Knox county juvenile detention center at this time