1-22-18 Homicide - 1500 block Ryan St.

Upon arrival, officers located a black male lying on the ground suffering from a gunshot wound

HCEMS responded to the scene and transported the injured party to a local hospital where he would later succumb to his injuries

Chattanooga Police Department's Violent Crimes Bureau responded to the scene to investigate the incident

Witnesses were interviewed and evidence was collected at the scene. As a result there is reasonable belief this homicide is justifiable and the use of deadly force was necessary

Investigators have consulted with the Hamilton County District Attorney General's Office and it's been determined no charges should be filed at this time

Deceased:
Taji Webb (male, 26)

Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525. The investigation is ongoing and more information will be released when available.

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NOTE: The preceding information is preliminary and is subject to change as the investigation continues.

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