Tennessee National Guard Soldiers Kill Suspect During Memphis Foot Chase
Two Tennessee National Guard soldiers shot and killed 20-year-old Tyrin Johnson during a foot chase in downtown Memphis, NPR reported. The soldiers opened fire after officers responded to reports of gunfire and Johnson allegedly drew a firearm, according to the Associated Press. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation launched a state investigation into the shooting, NPR noted.
The Guardian later described the incident as occurring during an early-morning pursuit and reiterated that the investigation was ongoing. Officials have not released further details about the circumstances surrounding the suspect’s actions.
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