Woman Shoots Ex-Boyfriend During Argument in Chattanooga, Police Say
Incident Unfolded Late Wednesday Night on North Hickory Street
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.
An intense argument took a violent turn when a 61-year-old woman allegedly shot her ex-boyfriend on the night of Wednesday. The shooting incident unfolded around midnight on the 400 block of North Hickory Street, in the suburban Orchard Knob area of Chattanooga.
Victim Reaches Hospital With Non-Life-Threatening Injuries
The victim, a 62-year-old man, miraculously survived the gunshot and was able to drive himself to a nearby hospital. Chattanooga Police, in a press release, confirmed that his injuries were non-life-threatening. The man informed the hospital staff that he had been shot by his former partner during a heated argument.
Suspect Tracked Down At Scene
The Chattanooga Police, acting on the information provided by the victim, managed to track down the alleged shooter at the residence where the incident took place. The suspect has been identified as Sandra Sharp.
According to police, Sharp didn’t flee the crime scene and was found right where the argument ended with the gunfire. Post the arrest, she faces charges of aggravated assault (domestic violence).
Keeping the Community Safe: Authorities
The case brings to light the ever-pressing issue of domestic violence, reminding authorities and community members alike about the urgent need to address and prevent such instances. The law enforcement agencies strive to curb such incidents by running educative programs about the negative sides of such aggressive behaviours and advising people on how to resolve conflicts peacefully.
Please Note:
While the investigation into this case is ongoing, it is important to remember that every individual is presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The authorities urge anyone with additional information about this incident to reach out.
The Chattanooga Police Department continues to ensure public safety and maintain law and order in the city.