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MPD: Teen dies after being shot near Vollintine area

MPD officers responded to the shooting in the 800 block of Speed St. near Jackson Ave. and Watkins about 3 p.m. on Wednesday.
Credit: WATN

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis Police are investigating after a teen was shot and killed Wednesday afternoon near the Vollintine area.

MPD officers responded to the shooting in the 800 block of Speed St. near Jackson Ave. and Watkins about 3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 15, 2023. They found one male shot and he was taken to Regional One Hospital in critical condition. Officers on the scene told ABC24 the victim is a teenager.

MPD said Friday the teen died from his injuries.

Investigators have not said what led to the shooting or released information on the suspects.

Anyone with information is asked to call CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH.

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