7-15-21 Homicide- Shooting- 1300 Hickory Valley Road

• Upon arrival Officers located a male party suffering from a gunshot wound and secured the scene.
• The victim was transported to a local hospital by Hamilton County EMS with life threatening injuries. He later succumbed to his injuries. 
• Investigators with the Violent Crimes Unit responded to conduct an investigation.
• Investigators learned that the victim and suspect were stopped at a traffic light when the victim approached the suspect and began physically assaulting the suspect as he sat in his vehicle.
• During the assault, the suspect produced a firearm and shot the victim.
• Investigators found multiple witnesses who corroborated the suspect's account of the events.
•  At this time, no charges have been filed. The case is pending further investigation and review with the Hamilton County District Attorney's Office.
• Chattanooga Police ask anyone who has information regarding this incident to call the Homicide tip line 423-643-5100 or submit a tip via the CPD Mobile App. You can remain anonymous.

Victim:

Travis Peyson, Male (44, Deceased) 

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.