12-22-18 Shooting - 181 I-24 West at 4th Ave.
12-22-18 Shooting - 181 I-24 West at 4th Ave.
- Upon arrival, Officers located the victim suffering from a non life-threatening gunshot wound.
- CPD Violent Crimes Unit responded to the scene.
- Through the course of the investigation, it was found that the victim and suspect are known to each other and they were in the same vehicle.
- They exited I-24 prior to the shooting.
- The victim was transported to a local hospital by Hamilton County EMS.
- The suspect was arrested and transported to the Hamilton County Jail.
- Anyone with information is asked to call Chattanooga Police at 423-698-2525. You can remain anonymous.
The shooting was not related to a road rage incident with another vehicle on I-24.
Victim:
Malcom Blessingreen (30)
Suspect (In Custody):
Justin Sheppard (03/29/1992)
Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525 or submit a tip to the CPD Mobile App.
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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