MEMPHIS, Tenn. — A 14-year-old girl was fighting for her life but did not survive her injuries after being shot by her 12-year-old brother, according to Memphis Police.
MPD officers responded to the shooting in the 4700 block of Haven Ct. in Whitehaven just before 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 22, 2023.
MPD said preliminary information indicates the 12-year-old boy shot his teen sister and then himself. MPD said the boy also shot at a second female, who was not injured. The boy died at the scene.
Investigators said the female who was shot at was able to grab a third victim and run out of the home unharmed.
MPD said as of Monday about noon, the girl who was shot is critical but stable at the hospital.
They said no one has been charged at this time, but the investigation is ongoing.