A shooting in La Vergne on Miss Ellie Drive has left one person hospitalized, with the La Vergne Police Department confirming the incident occurred on Friday at about 5 p.m. The victim was airlifted to Vanderbilt Medical Center, though the individual's condition remains undisclosed at this time, as reported by WSMV.
Following the shooting, at least one suspect has been taken into custody, and authorities have addressed community concerns, stating there is no threat to the public and the incident is considered an isolated occurrence. This was detailed in both a statement obtained by the La Vergne Police Department's Facebook page and by WKRN.
Information about the circumstances leading up to the shooting or the identity of the individuals involved has not been released as the situation is currently under review. The La Vergne Police Department continues to investigate the motive and circumstances surrounding the altercation as the community looks on, awaiting answers.
