Early Wednesday morning, North Memphis became the scene of a shooting incident that left one person injured. Action News 5 reported that Memphis Police were called to the scene at 5 a.m. on Lyon Avenue. The condition of the victim, who sustained gunshot wounds, remains uncertain as the investigation by local authorities continues.
According to WREG, the shooting took place near the intersection of Lyon Avenue, Stovall Avenue, and Britton Street. Arriving at the home located at the 2100 block of Lyon Avenue, police found one individual on the ground, struggling for life amidst the turbulent aftermath of gunfire. It is still unclear if anyone has been apprehended concerning the shooting, revealed by authorities to still be untangling the circumstances of the event.
In a grim update to the day's events, ABC24 has confirmed that a person pronounced dead at the scene succumbed to their injuries, increasing the severity of the situation. The police have shared no information regarding potential suspects, indicating that no one is currently in custody as the investigation unfolds.
Community members with any information that might shed light on the incident, seen fleeing under the dark shroud of early morning, are urged to come forward. CrimeStoppers is available at 901-528-CASH for anonymous tips. The authorities are soliciting help from the public, as a wounded neighborhood looks on, hoping for resolution and justice in the wake of unexpected violence.
