Authorities Say James Jones Shot Timothy Poole As He Ran From Him

  • Friday, June 1, 2018
James Jones
James Jones

Authorities said Timothy Poole was shot in Hixson on Friday night in what was described as a domestic incident. 

James Jones, 71, has been charged with attempted second-degree murder and possession of a firearm.

At approximately 7:45 p.m., Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office deputies were called to the 7500 block of Hixson Pike for the report of a person shot. 

Upon arrival, deputies located the victim with a gunshot wound. He was transported to a local hospital via Hamilton County EMS with a non-life threatening injury. 

Authorities said Jones showed up at the residence and asked for Poole, who later came outside. Poole began running when he saw Jones pull a gun.


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