Memphis Police are actively conducting an investigation into an early-morning shooting in Cordova, as reported by Action News 5. The incident, which took place today, August 18, led to one person being injured. The area around Marhill Cove near Delafield Avenue was cordoned off as investigators worked the scene.
According to information from FOX13, Memphis Police said the investigation was directly related to a separate "shots fired" call, which they received around 3 a.m. near Walnut Grove and Germantown Parkway. Police quickly moved to carefully assess the situation, jointly responding with the Shelby County Sheriff's Office. Both locations lie in close proximity, suggesting a possible connection between the incidents.
Adding to the unfolding events, officers located a victim in the county, as detailed in a morning update by WREG. However, as of now, it remains unclear who is responsible for firing the shots. At present, no further details about potential suspects or additional injuries have come to light. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are in the process of piecing together the circumstances that led to the shooting.
Memphis Police are urging anyone with information that might aid their investigation to come forward. Potential leads can be reported to CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH. As further updates become available, local news outlets promise to quickly relay the new information to keep the public informed. Meanwhile, the police are expected to continue to diligently work to establish the full narrative behind the early morning turmoil that has disrupted the Cordova community.
