News Summary
A man is in critical condition following a shooting at a Parkway Express gas station in Soulsville early Friday morning. The shooting occurred around 2:50 a.m., with authorities reporting that the victim was shot multiple times by an unidentified suspect. Surveillance footage revealed the attacker approaching the victim from behind before fleeing the scene. This incident underscores growing concerns over gun violence in the community, prompting law enforcement and residents to collaborate for safer neighborhoods.
MEMPHIS โ A man is in critical condition following a shooting incident at a gas station in Soulsville early Friday morning. The event occurred just before 2:50 a.m. at the Parkway Express gas station located at 1393 Mississippi Boulevard, prompting a swift response from law enforcement.
The Memphis Police Department (MPD) received reports of an aggravated assault at the gas station and quickly dispatched officers to the scene. Upon arrival, they discovered a male victim who had sustained gunshot wounds. The injured man was immediately transported to Regional One Hospital for treatment, where he remains in critical condition.
Investigation details indicate that surveillance video from the gas station captured the sequence of events leading up to the shooting. The footage shows the victim walking in front of the store when a male suspect approached him from behind and discharged several rounds from a firearm. Following the initial shots, the suspect was seen retrieving a second handgun from his waistband and firing additional shots at the victim as he stumbled to the ground.
After the assault, the suspect fled the scene, reportedly heading northbound along Mississippi Boulevard and then eastbound on Bullington Avenue. Information gathered during the preliminary investigation suggests there may have been a prior acquaintance between the victim and the shooter, although this aspect remains unconfirmed while inquiries continue.
The suspect has been described with several distinguishing features. He was seen wearing a black hoodie, a blue hoodie featuring a white logo, a blue bucket hat, black pants, and white shoes accented with orange and green detailing at the back. Additionally, he was reported to have a blue glove on his right hand and a black face covering during the incident. The individual was reportedly armed with two silver-colored handguns at the time of the shooting.
Colonel Carlos Davis of the MPD has reiterated the communityโs role in addressing gun violence, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and mutual support among residents. The MPD is urging anyone with information regarding the incident or the suspect to come forward and assist with the ongoing investigation.
This shooting incident highlights broader concerns surrounding gun violence in the area. It reflects a troubling trend that has prompted local authorities to engage with the community to foster safer neighborhoods. Gun violence continues to be a pressing issue, prompting police and community leaders to seek collaborative efforts to mitigate such incidents.
The investigation remains active, and the MPD has reached out to the public for assistance. Individuals with any information related to this case are strongly encouraged to contact CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH.
As events develop and further details emerge, community members are reminded of the significance of working together to promote safety and reduce the incidence of violent crime in their vicinity.
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