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Man killed in shooting that led to crash in downtown Memphis

Southbound Danny Thomas extending to Jefferson Ave was shut down as MPD worked to clear and investigate the crime scene.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Southbound Danny Thomas and Madison Ave. were shut down Thursday morning as the Memphis Police Department investigated a deadly shooting and crash. 

Memphis Police said they were called just before 7:15 a.m. about a crash at Danny Thomas and Madison Avenue. When they got there, investigators said they found a man who had been shot. He died at the scene.

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

The Memphis Fire Department said no one was transported to the hospital. 

Traffic was blocked in the area blocked up to Jefferson Ave. 

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

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