David Lester, 48, has been arrested in the shooting of a 74-year old man.
At approximately 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Chattanooga Police responded to the 4200 block of Dorris Street on a report of a person shot. Upon arrival, officers located a man suffering from a gunshot wound and secured the scene.
The victim was transported to a local hospital by Hamilton County EMS with a non-life threatening injury.
Officers on scene determined that the incident was domestic in nature. Investigators with the Special Victims Unit responded to conduct an investigation.
The initial investigation revealed that Lester was responsible for the shooting. He is in custody and is charged with aggravated domestic assault.
Lester told police he was "tired of him messing with my mama." The older man had been quarreling with his wife.
Lester said he chewed his father out for fighting with his mother. He said the older man said, "You ain't gonna put your g.d. hands on me." He answered, "You talk to Mama like that and I will." He said he then pulled out a gun and fired.
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.