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MEMPHIS, TN – A shooting on Interstate 240 left a driver injured and has prompted a search for the suspect by local law enforcement. The incident occurred late Wednesday afternoon, causing significant traffic disruptions as police conducted their investigation.
According to eyewitness accounts, the driver was shot while traveling on I-240 near the exit for Airways Boulevard. Emergency services quickly arrived at the scene, where they found the driver suffering from critical injuries. They were transported to a nearby hospital, where their current condition remains unclear.
Authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the shooting. “We are actively pursuing leads and interviewing witnesses who were present on the interstate at the time of the incident,” noted a spokesperson for the Memphis Police Department. They are urging anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward.
The suspect is described as a male driving a dark-colored sedan, but details remain scarce as investigators work to piece together what happened. In the wake of the shooting, portions of I-240 were closed for several hours, frustrating drivers and creating a backup that extended for miles.
Local residents are expressing their concern about safety on the interstate. “This is becoming too common,” remarked one driver stuck in traffic due to the shooting. “We need action from our leaders to address violence on the roads.”
As the investigation unfolds, police are asking the public to remain vigilant and report anything suspicious. The case has been documented on surveillance cameras, and investigators are hopeful that the footage will provide valuable leads in catching the perpetrator.
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