Incident Overview
During rush hour, chaos erupted on Interstate 240 near Poplar Avenue in Memphis, resulting in a shooting that left three children and one adult critically injured. The shooting led to a police chase across the city.
Details of the Shooting
The incident began just after 5:00 PM in the westbound lanes of I-240. Police reported that suspects in one vehicle shot into another vehicle carrying three juveniles and one adult. All four victims were taken to the hospital by a private vehicle before emergency services arrived. They were all listed in critical condition.
Police Pursuit and Arrests
Memphis Police spotted the armed suspects and pursued them on Interstate 40. The suspects attempted to evade the police in the Raleigh area. During the chase, one officer crashed. The suspects also crashed about a mile later and tried to flee on foot. Police apprehended two suspects hiding in a neighborhood.
Community Reaction and Ongoing Investigation
The incident has left the community in shock, particularly due to the involvement of children. Photos from the scene show bystanders desperately trying to help the young victims. The motive for the shooting is still unknown, with police investigating whether it was a case of road rage or a targeted attack.
Current Status
As of the last update, the three children and one adult remain in critical condition. The investigation is ongoing, with police working to determine the motive and gather more details about the shooting and the suspects involved.
The Memphis community and law enforcement are grappling with the senseless violence, emphasizing the urgent need to address gun violence in the city.
