The Memphis community has been struck by a hit-and-run incident that left a man in critical condition this past Saturday night. According to WREG, Memphis Police received calls about a pedestrian-related crash around 10 p.m. on Quince Road, just west of S. Perkins Road. The victim, whose identity has not been released, was hit by an unknown driver who then proceeded to flee the scene.
Adding onto the severity of the situation, the victim also suffered multiple gunshot wounds, as reported by FOX13 Memphis. This additional detail has not only complicated the case but also raised pressing questions about the circumstances surrounding the incident. Running westbound on Quince Road away from S. Perkins Road, the suspect's vehicle, a dark blue Volkswagen SUV which possibly is a Tiguan, was last seen with damage to the passenger side.
The Memphis Police have turned to the public for assistance. A call to action was put out for anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing the need for community support in solving this crime. Potential witnesses or anyone with knowledge of the incident are being urged to contact CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH. This plea was highlighted in the initial report by WREG.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and the Memphis Police Department is treating this as an ongoing investigation. The details of the case continue to unfold, as noted by Local Memphis. The SUV involved, sustaining damage during the incident being critical to the investigation, could provide vital clues leading to the resolution of this tragic event.
