A man, 28, was shot Thursday morning while walking on Water Street.
At approximately 9:54 a.m., Chattanooga Police responded to a report of a person shot in the 300 block of Water Street. Upon arrival, officers located a man suffering from a gunshot wound and secured the scene.
The victim said that he was walking, when he heard shooting and ran for cover. He realized a few moments later that he had been shot. The victim was transported to a local hospital by Hamilton County EMS with a non-life threatening injury.
Investigators with the Violent Crimes Unit responded to conduct an investigation.
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.