3-13-18 Shooting - 3500 block 4th Ave

Chattanooga Police were called to a local hospital concerning a person who was being treated for a non-life-threatening gunshot wound

The victim advised that he was transported to the hospital via a personally owned vehicle

Police spoke to the victim and responded to the 3500 block of 4th Ave to locate a crime scene

Members of the Violent Crimes Bureau are actively investigating this incident. If you have any information regarding this incident please contact police immediately.

Victim:

Javoris Akins (male, 22)

Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to submit a tip on the Chattanooga PD Mobile app or 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.

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