Chattanooga Police have arrested a teenager in the Tuesday evening shooting of a 15-year-old in the 1900 block of Chestnut Street.
Jaen Perkins, 19, has been charged with attempted first degree murder, aggravated assault, reckless endangerment and possession of a firearm during the commission of a dangerous felony.
Officers had been told a male juvenile had been shot and was being transported by a private vehicle to the hospital. Officers responded to the hospital and confirmed a teenager was there suffering from a non-lifethreatening gunshot wound. Officers then secured the scene on Chestnut Street.
During this time officers had also learned of a potential suspect and suspect vehicle. They conducted a traffic stop and a possible suspect.
Investigators with the Violent Crimes Unit were notified and responded to conduct an investigation.
Investigators learned that the victim had been walking across a parking lot when he was shot. They also confirmed that patrol had detained the shooting suspect, Perkins.
Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 698-2525 or submit a tip via the CPD Mobile App. You can remain anonymous.