Two individuals, including a juvenile, were the unfortunate victims in a shooting incident that occurred in Orange Mound yesterday afternoon. The Memphis Police Department swiftly responded to the scene at the 2600 block of Lamar Avenue after the incident was reported at approximately 4:39 p.m. According to details provided by FOX 13 Memphis, both victims were immediately transported to local hospitals, with the female juvenile listed in critical condition and the adult male in non-critical condition.
As investigators work to piece together the events that led to the violence, information surrounding the circumstances of the shooting remains sparse. The Memphis Police have yet to publicly identify any suspects or motives connected to the case. Memphis Police have issued a call for information. Those with knowledge pertaining to the incident are encouraged to come forward and aid in the investigation by contacting CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH, as detailed in the report by WREG.
The condition of the injured parties is closely monitored. Information about the nature of the injuries or the long-term prognosis of the victims has not been released. The adult male's condition appears stable while the child is in critical condition, according to a report by Action News 5.
