A teenager was shot while traveling in a vehicle through the Priest Lake area on Sunday evening, an incident that police believe may have been accidental. The event occurred at the intersection of Anderson and Smith Springs roads, where the teen, in the company of two peers, was struck by gunfire. According to WSMV, the victim was transported to the hospital just after 6 p.m. and is reported to be in a stable condition.
The teens were inside a white Genesis sedan that bore temporary tags at the time of the shooting. This revelation came to light as Metro officers are attempting to thoroughly piece together the circumstances leading up to the teen's injury. As reported by NewsChannel5, the juvenile's condition following the incident has not been disclosed, with details around the shooting still being vague.
Post-incident, the youths drove to and pulled into a parking lot at a local Dollar General on Anderson Road, where they sought help and contacted authorities. WKRN stated that following the event, the teen was taken to the pediatric unit of the Vanderbilt University Medical Center, though his current medical status remains unknown.
With no suspects identified or detailed account of the events leading to the shooting, Metro Nashville Police are actively investigating the situation. The involved juveniles are reported to have been friends and locals to the area. According to a statement obtained by NewsChannel5, the precise actions of the teenagers prior to the incident are under close scrutiny as part of the ongoing investigation. As more details emerge, further updates on the case are expected.
