A child was hurt in a North Memphis shooting Thursday as police say suspects sped off in a blue Honda van, leaving neighbors shaken along Goodwill Lane while detectives rushed to the scene.
Officers responded to a shooting call in the 2500 block of Goodwill Lane, where they found a juvenile who received treatment at the scene, according to authorities. Memphis police say the investigation remains active as they work to piece together what happened and who pulled the trigger.
What the police say
Per WREG, officers located the injured minor on Goodwill Lane, and investigators quickly began processing evidence in the area. The outlet reports that police described the getaway vehicle as a blue Honda van last seen heading westbound on Goodwill Lane.
Officials have not publicly released information about any suspects or a possible motive, and no arrests have been announced at the time of the latest updates.
How to report tips
The Memphis Police Department says the probe is ongoing and is asking anyone with information, surveillance footage, or cellphone video from the area to contact investigators.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted to CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH (2274) or through the CrimeStoppers' website.
Neighborhood context
The shooting adds to a recent run of gunfire reports that have drawn heavy police responses across North Memphis in the past few weeks. Hoodline recently covered a nearby scene where officers canvassed neighbors and collected shell casings after another block was struck by gunfire, underscoring how routine these calls have become for residents.
Authorities have not shared additional details about the child’s condition or what may have led up to Thursday’s shooting. This story will be updated as Memphis police or WREG release more information. Anyone with tips or video from the area is urged to contact the Memphis Police Department or reach out anonymously through CrimeStoppers.
