UPDATE: Arrest/8-30-18 Shooting - 100 block E. 19th St.

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.

SUSPECT: Jonathan Conyers (male, 23)

DOB: 2/14/95

CHARGES: Attempted First Degree Murder, Aggravated Assault, Possession of a Firearm while in Commission of a Felony, Reckless Endangerment

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On August 30, 2018 at approximately 12:51 a.m., Chattanooga Police responded to the 100 block of E. 19th St. after hearing shots fired. The following are the preliminary facts of the incident:

• A Chattanooga Police Officer was in the area of E. 19th Ave. & Read Ave. when she heard shots being fired
• The Officer located a victim suffering from a gunshot wound, immediately rendered aid and called for medical help
• Hamilton County EMS transported the victim to a local hospital
• Victim's injuries are listed as critical
• Members of the Major Crimes Bureau are actively investigating this incident.
• If you have any information about the incident, please call (423) 698-2525. You can remain anonymous.

Victim:

Demontez Russell (male, 29)

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.