Memphis police are currently investigating a shooting that left one man dead early this morning in the North Memphis area. Local Memphis reported that officers arrived at the 3800 block of South Brighton Road after receiving reports of a shooting at approximately 7:30 a.m.
Upon arrival at the scene, authorities discovered the male victim, who was pronounced dead on the scene, Action News 5 confirmed. The specific details surrounding the incident remain, unknown as the Memphis Police Department continues their investigation into the circumstances of the death.
The shooting, which adds to the series of gun violence incidents in the city, has prompted a statement from the MPD expressing sympathy for the deceased and those affected. "Our hearts go out to the victim's family and everyone affected by this tragedy," MPD stated, "We ask for the community's support in providing any information that could aid our investigators in bringing answers and justice to those grieving," as obtained by FOX13 Memphis.
No suspects have been named, and further information has not been made public. The Memphis Police Department urges anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
