CHATTANOOGA, Tenn.– The Chattanooga Police Department (CPD) is
investigating a shooting that occurred at approximately 9:50 pm on December
6, 2025, in the 1900 block of E 33rd Street.
Officers responded and located an adult male suffering from multiple
non-life-threatening gunshot wounds. He was transported to a local
hospital for treatment by Hamilton County EMS.
Preliminary investigation indicates the victim had arranged to meet an
individual he had been communicating with on Facebook. Upon arriving at
the meeting location, the victim encountered two unidentified male suspects
who pointed a firearm at him, stole items from him, then shot at him as he
drove off in his vehicle.
The victim was able to get away and stopped at a gas station on Rossville
Boulevard to ask for help.
CPD Homicide, Crime Scene, Robbery Units responded to investigate and
process the scene. Suspect identification remains pending. Investigators
are actively working to develop leads and gather additional evidence.
This information is preliminary and is subject to change as the
investigation continues. Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information
regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525.