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HCSO Deputies Respond to Shots Fired Call Near Basa Lake Lane

12/21/2017

Hamilton County, TN - The HCSO is currently investigating a shooting that occurred earlier today in the Harrison Bay area near Basa Lake Lane.

According to initial reports, construction workers confronted an individual who was attempting to steal an ATV from a worksite. Upon being confronted, the individual fled and fired a few shots in the direction of the workers before disappearing into a wooded area.

A search of the area was made by law enforcement, but the suspect was not located.

There is no indication of any current threat or danger to the residents in the area where the incident occurred nor were there any injuries reported during the confrontation.

Once the suspect is identified, he will face felony charges related to the attempted theft as well as the “shots fired” allegations.

The workers were able to provide a description of the individual, but he has not been located at this time.

As this is an active investigation, no additional information is available at this time.



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