A man was shot on Swan Road on Saturday at 5:45 p.m., and another man was charged in the case. The victim was critically hurt.
Chattanooga Police responded to the 4800 block of Swan Road for a person shot call. When officers arrived at the residence, they found a 24-year-old man suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound.
Hamilton County EMS responded to the scene and transported the victim to a local hospital. During the investigation, it was found that the shooter was drinking alcohol while handling the gun.
The suspect then discharged the gun and caused the victim's life-threatening injuries.
The suspect, Brelyn Dossett, was arrested for reckless endangerment and transported to the Hamilton County Jail.