MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis police officers were flagged down by a man who was shot at Second St. and Beale St. Thursday, April 28 at 1:10 a.m.
The shooting victim was transported to Regional One Hospital in critical condition.
According to MPD, a fistfight led to the shooting and two men were detained at Second St. and Peabody and issued misdemeanor citations for unlawful possession of a weapon. While involved in the fistfight, police said an unnamed suspect shot the victim several times. The incident was caught on camera and the suspect was last seen walking westbound on Beale Street.
This incident is one of many shootings that have occurred in Downtown Memphis in the last few weeks, causing many to further question whether the city is doing enough to create a safe environment in the area.
Anyone with any information about the incident or the suspect can call 901-528-CASH with tips.
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