A tragic incident occurred on Thursday night in Chattanooga, as a man lost his life after being shot, according to local authorities.

Victim Succumbs to Gunshot Wounds

Police have reported that a 30-year-old man was rushed to a nearby hospital with critical gunshot injuries, but unfortunately, he did not survive and passed away while being treated.

Shooting Incident on Bonny Oaks Drive

Prior to the victim’s arrival at the hospital, law enforcement received multiple reports of a shooting incident on Bonny Oaks Drive at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Thursday. The Chattanooga Police Department swiftly responded to the scene.

Injured Individual Receives Medical Attention

Upon arrival, officers discovered a 27-year-old man who had sustained a gunshot wound. Fortunately, the injury was determined to be non-life-threatening, and the individual received immediate medical attention at the scene. However, the 27-year-old has not been identified as the shooter in this incident, clarified Chattanooga Police Department spokesperson, Sgt. Victor Miller, in an email statement.

Self Defense Claim Under Investigation

According to information provided by a third person involved in the shooting, they asserted that the incident was a case of self-defense. Authorities are currently conducting a thorough investigation to ascertain the validity of this claim, Sgt. Miller confirmed.

Unraveling the Circumstances

As the investigation continues, authorities are diligently working to uncover the exact circumstances surrounding the shooting. With the goal of obtaining a comprehensive understanding of the incident, law enforcement officers are leaving no stone unturned.

Community Cooperation

The Chattanooga Police Department is urging anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward and assist in their ongoing investigation. Cooperation from the community is vital in helping law enforcement officials bring justice to the victim and resolve this unfortunate incident.