A man who was critically injured in a shooting Monday afternoon at a Memphis apartment complex has tragically died from his injuries. Family identified the victim as Mexico Martinez.
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Officers were called to the Summereast Apartments, located near Bartlett Road and Biscoe Avenue, just before 1:30 p.m. after receiving reports of a shooting. When police arrived, they found Martinez suffering from gunshot wounds. He was rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition but was later pronounced dead.
According to investigators, multiple suspects fled the scene in a silver hatchback immediately following the shooting. Police believe the victim and suspects knew each other, though no further descriptions have been released at this time.
Authorities have not yet made any arrests, and the investigation remains ongoing as detectives continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
Residents of the Summereast Apartments expressed shock and sadness over the incident, describing it as a tragic loss within their community.
Anyone with information about the shooting or the suspects involved is urged to contact Memphis Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH. Callers can remain anonymous.
The Memphis Police Department has extended condolences to the family and friends of Mexico Martinez, whose life was tragically cut short in this senseless act of violence.
