Chattanooga Police Major Crimes detectives have arrested Larry Duff for shooting his cousin Lee Stiles late Thursday afternoon at 203 Spring Creek Road. The victim is in critical condition at Erlanger Hospital, but is expected to survive his injuries.
According to initial officers on the scene, Duff shot his cousin in the lower left abdomen. Duff was charged with attempted first-degree murder, aggravated assault, and felony reckless endangerment in the 5:25 p.m. incident. Both men are 56.
At this time, it is unclear what sparked the incident.
The victim was transported to Erlanger Hospital by EMS for treatment. He was conscious and talking prior to leaving the scene.