Knox County, Tennessee – The Tennessee Highway Patrol said in a social media statement that its troopers were involved in a shooting at Watt Road in Knox County.
According to the THP statement, a pursuit involving THP troopers in Knox County ended earlier today when the suspect crashed on Watt Road at the entrance to I-40 East.
Police allege that the suspect fired at officers with a rifle leading to troopers returning fire. The suspect was transported to an area emergency room.
According to police, the suspect’s injuries are not considered life-threatening. No troopers were injured during the incident.
The investigation is being coordinated with the District Attorney’s Office and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.
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