2-11-18 Arrest/Attempted Murder/Shooting - 1700 block S Seminole Dr.
2-11-18 Arrest/Attempted Murder/Shooting - 1700 block S Seminole Dr.
- Upon arrival Police were informed a male party had arrived at the hospital by a personally owned vehicle and was suffering from a single gunshot wound.
- Police determined the shooting had occurred in the 1700 block of S Seminole Dr.
- The victim's injuries are serious but non-life-threatening at this time.
- Police located a male suspect and he was detained for questioning by investigators with the Violent Crimes Bureau.
- The suspect was transported to the Hamilton County Jail where he was charged with Attempted Murder, Aggravated Assault, Reckless Endangerment, and Theft of Property.
Victim:
Dale Edmonds (male, 56)
Suspect:
Scott Benn (male, 25)
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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