8-6-17 Shooting - 600 block Dodson Ave.
8-6-17 Shooting - 600 block Dodson Ave.
- Upon arrival, officers located the victim suffering from an injury possibly related to the shots fired.
- The victim was given aid and transported to a local hospital by HCEMS with non-life-threatening injuries.
- Preliminary evidence suggests that the victim was struck by a high velocity object, such as a bullet or fragment.
- Members of the Violent Crimes Bureau are investigating the incident and are following all actionable leads at this time.
- If you have any information regarding this incident, please call the Chattanooga Police Department. You can remain anonymous.
Victim:
(male, 7)
Names will not be released on juvenile victims
Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525. The investigation is ongoing and more information will be released when available.
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NOTE: The preceding information is preliminary and is subject to change as the investigation continues.
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