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Teen Recuperating After Being Shot in South Memphis, MPD Investigates Shooting Incident

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Published on January 27, 2025
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A 15-year-old boy is recovering after being shot at 6:15 p.m. last Saturday in South Memphis. He was on his way home from a convenience store when the shooting occurred. The boy's mother took him to LeBonheur Children's Hospital for treatment.

A teenager was shot while leaving a corner store on East Mallory Avenue and South Lauderdale Street. He ran home, realized he had been injured, and told his mother, as detailed by Action News 5

A teenage boy in Memphis was shot while crossing Prospect Street and ran home to his mom. "He then realized he was shot and ran home to his mom," he told police. He was able to speak with officers at the hospital, but his condition is unclear. Police are asking for help from the public and anyone with information should contact Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH, as stated by FOX13 Memphis and WREG.