Leslie Walker
A man, 22, was shot multiple times on Sunday, and Leslie Labron Walker, 30, was arrested. Police said the incident was caught on video by Chattanooga Housing Authority cameras.
At approximately 7:27 p.m., Chattanooga Police responded to a person shot call at 804 W. 13th Street Court. Upon arrival, police located the victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds and secured the scene.
The victim was transported to a local hospital by Hamilton County EMS with serious injuries.
Investigators with Violent Crimes Bureau responded to conduct an investigation.
A short time later, a suspect was detained and interviewed by Violent Crimes Investigators. The suspect, Leslie Walker, was subsequently arrested and charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault and felony reckless endangerment.
A witness said the victim was in the driver's seat of his car when Walker approached and began shooting him.
Walker lives nearby at 806 W. 13th Street Court.
Police said the witness was holding a new-born baby and they both were in the line of fire.
Police located Walker at 700 E. 11th St. He told officers he knew they were looking for him.
Walker said he and the victim had been in a disorder earlier in the day, but he denied shooting him.
Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423 698-2525 or submit a tip via the CPD Mobile App. You can remain anonymous.