The Memphis Police Department (MPD) is investigating a shooting that occurred in the early hours of Saturday morning in the Hickory Hill area. At approximately 3 a.m., officers responded to a call in the 3500 block of Hickory Hill Road, where they found a child with an apparent gunshot wound. The child was transported to Regional One Hospital in critical condition.
According to MPD, the investigation is ongoing, and no further details have been released at this time. The shooting marks the latest incident of gun violence in the Hickory Hill area, which has seen a string of shootings in recent months.
In a similar incident on Friday night, a man was injured in a shooting in the 3800 block of Golden Eagle Drive. He was also transported to Regional One Hospital for treatment. The MPD is encouraging anyone with information about these incidents to come forward and contact CrimeStoppers at 901-528-CASH (2274).
The Hickory Hill community has been plagued by gun violence in recent years, with multiple shootings and homicides reported in the area. The MPD has increased patrols in the area and is working to address the root causes of violence, but more needs to be done to ensure the safety of residents.
The shooting on Saturday morning is a stark reminder of the ongoing violence in Hickory Hill and the need for continued community engagement and support. The MPD is urging anyone with information to come forward and help bring those responsible to justice.
As the investigation into the shooting continues, the MPD is working to piece together the events surrounding the incident. They are reviewing surveillance footage and conducting interviews with witnesses and neighbors.
The community is coming together to support the family of the injured child, and a fundraising campaign has been set up to help cover medical expenses. The incident serves as a reminder of the devastating impact of gun violence on families and communities.
The MPD is committed to solving this case and bringing those responsible to justice. They are working tirelessly to investigate the shooting and are urging anyone with information to come forward. The community is encouraged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
