11-18-17 Shooting/Homicide - 800 block Wheeler Ave.

• Upon arrival, Chattanooga Police Officers located the single vehicle crash with two people suffering for apparent gunshot wounds
• The driver was pronounced deceased on scene
• The passenger was transported by Hamilton County EMS to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries
• At approximately the same time, another victim suffering for an apparent gunshot wound arrived at a local hospital via personal transport. That party's injuries are considered non-life-threatening.
• Through investigation and witness cooperation, CPD Officers determined the victims were traveling north in the 800 block of Wheeler Avenue when an unknown suspect shot at the victims' car
• The surviving victims did not provide any detailed suspect information
• The two adult victims are known gang members
• Members of the Violent Crimes Bureau are actively investigating this incident
• CPD is asking anyone with information to call the Homicide Tip Line at 423-643-5100. Callers can remain anonymous and all tips go directly to investigators. ​

VICTIMS:

Ladarius Cross (male, 28) - deceased

Terrance Careathers (male, 26)

Name withheld due to juvenile status

Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525. The investigation is ongoing and more information will be released when available.

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NOTE: The preceding information is preliminary and is subject to change as the investigation continues.