Man critically injured after shooting on I-40, Knoxville police investigation underway

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Knoxville Police Department is asking the public for information about a shooting that happened on I-40 and left a man critically injured Saturday evening.

According to Knoxville Police, officers responded to I-40 East near the Holston River Bridge where a Ford F-150 had crashed into the center median around 6:55 p.m.

The driver of the truck, a currently unidentified man, was suffering from at least one gunshot wound. The man was taken to UT Medical Center with critical injuries, KPD said.

Officers detained and questioned a man who was witnessed running from the truck. KPD said at this time, no arrests have been made, and the motive for the shooting is unknown.

Detectives are also investigating a report that said there was an altercation between the Ford F-150 and the occupants of a white Jeep, which allegedly fled the scene, KPD said.

Anyone who possibly witnessed an altercation of that nature or who has information concerning the shooting is asked to contact the East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers.

There are multiple ways you can provide anonymous information to Crime Stoppers. You can call 865-215-7165 or **TIPS, and go online at www.easttnvalleycrimestoppers.org , via the free mobile app, P3 Tips, or the East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers Facebook page. Tipsters can remain anonymous and are eligible to receive a cash reward.

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