A tragic incident occurred in Memphis, Tennessee, on Monday, when a shooting at the Poplar-White Station Library left one person dead and a police officer critically injured.
The Memphis Police Department (MPD) responded to a call at the library at 7:30 p.m. local time. Upon arrival, officers found one person dead and a police officer critically injured. The officer was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
The identity of the deceased has yet to be released, and the MPD is still investigating the incident. There is no word on the motive for the shooting or any suspects.
The MPD released a statement saying, “Our thoughts and prayers are with the officer and their family during this difficult time. We ask that the public remain patient as we investigate this incident and bring those responsible to justice.”
This story is still developing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.