A man has been hospitalized in critical condition following a shooting on Warner Avenue in Memphis, authorities reported. The Memphis Police Department indicated the incident occurred near North Watkins Street, responding to the scene at around 5 p.m., Action News 5 said.
The victim, found with multiple gunshot wounds, was urgently taken to a local hospital, The situation, described as severe, has prompted a full investigation by the Memphis Police. A detailed account provided by the Memphis Police Dept on X confirmed that the shooting took place in the 1700 block of Warner Avenue.
At 5:00 p.m., officers responded to the 1700 Block of Warner Avenue regarding a shooting. Officers located a male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wounds. He was transported to Regional One in critical condition. This is an ongoing investigation. pic.twitter.com/PVB7Izs0P4
— Memphis Police Dept (@MEM_PoliceDept) May 17, 2024
Further information regarding the circumstances leading to the violent event remains scarce as the police continue their inquiries. "Officers located a male victim suffering from an apparent gunshot wounds," was shared by the Memphis Police Department in a statement reflecting the few facts currently laid bare about the incident.
Frayser, the neighborhood encompassed by this act of violence, has been riddled by such occurrences in the past, and community members often find themselves caught in a cycle of mix, concern, and despair. It is still unclear if any suspects have been identified or if there have been any arrests in connection with the shooting, as FOX13 Memphis reports.
The Memphis Police Department ask individuals with any relevant information to come forward and help in their pursuit of justice and order on their besieged streets.
