News Summary
A shooting occurred outside the True Love Full Gospel MB Church in Memphis, leaving a man with a gunshot wound to his leg following a confrontation. The incident involved a suspect who approached the victim and his girlfriend, leading to an altercation that escalated to gunfire. The victim was transported to a local hospital with non-critical injuries. The police are investigating and seeking information regarding the suspect, raising community concerns about safety in local places of worship.
Memphis Shooting Incident Outside True Love Church
A man was shot in the leg following an altercation outside the True Love Full Gospel MB Church on North Manassas Street in Memphis on Friday night. This incident occurred shortly before 10:50 p.m. when Memphis Police Department officers arrived at the scene and discovered the male victim lying on the grass in front of the church.
The victim sustained a gunshot wound to his right leg and was promptly transported to a local hospital. Fortunately, his injuries have been described as non-critical, sparing him from life-threatening consequences.
Details of the Incident
According to police reports, a woman, identified as the victim’s girlfriend, witnessed the events leading up to the shooting. The situation escalated when a suspect approached the couple in a two-door black pickup truck. The suspect, described as a male with black dreadlocks, was dressed in a black and blue shirt paired with blue jeans.
The suspect inquired whether the couple had seen a man referred to as “69.” His question prompted a verbal altercation between him and the woman’s girlfriend. The confrontation quickly turned violent when the suspect exited his vehicle. He initially attacked the victim, kicking him in the face before drawing a handgun.
During the altercation, the suspect fired two shots. The first shot missed its target, while the second shot struck the victim below the knee on his right leg. Following the shooting, the suspect continued his assault by kicking the woman in the face a second time. He then returned to his vehicle and fled the scene before officers arrived.
Investigation and Description of Suspect
Law enforcement officials are actively investigating the case. They have noted the suspect’s appearance, outlining that he has black dreadlocks and was wearing distinctive clothing at the time of the incident. Authorities are urging anyone who may have information about the suspect or the shooting to come forward.
This event marks a troubling occurrence of violence occurring in a place where community members gather for worship. The incident has raised concerns among local residents regarding safety and crime in the area.
Background Context
True Love Full Gospel MB Church has been a longstanding fixture in the Memphis community, offering a space for worship and spiritual growth. However, incidents like this highlight the challenges faced by many urban neighborhoods, where gun violence can intrude upon public spaces that are meant to be peaceful and safe. The Memphis Police Department continues to work toward ensuring safety within the community and addressing the rise in violence.
As the investigation unfolds, community members remain hopeful for swift justice and a resolution to the issue of violence near their local church. The Memphis Police Department encourages the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities in their surroundings to help promote safety within the community.
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Additional Resources
- Action News 5: Man Injured in Shooting Outside Church
- WREG: Shooting Investigation in Downtown Memphis
- Fox 13 Memphis: Woman Critically Injured After Hickory Hill Shooting
- Action News 5: Woman Injured After Shooting on Mt. Moriah Road
- Wikipedia: Gun Violence in the United States
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