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.