1 injured after shooting in East Nashville, police say

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WKRN) — A search for a suspect is underway Wednesday morning after a teenager was shot in East Nashville, according to Metro Police.

The incident was reported around 4:30 a.m. on South 5th Street.

According to officers at the scene, a white sedan drove into a lot and a passenger exited the vehicle. The passenger then fired several gunshots in the direction of the victim.

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The victim, who is believed to be 17 years old, was standing in a doorway when they were struck in the head. Officials said the victim was transported to an area hospital and is expected to survive…

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