Twin allegedly shoots brother

Reportedly, the pair were in the midst of a verbal altercation on the school bus on their way home. The argument escalated and upon arrival, one of the brothers retrieved and discharged the weapon. The victim was struck three times below the waist. Supposedly, in the leg.

The victim’s grandmother transported the wounded youth to the Tracy City Fire Department in an effort to seek assistance. Tracy City Police Officer James Whitman provided first aid until Emergency Medical Services arrived on scene.

The teen was then airlifted from Tracy City to Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga. He is reported to be in stable condition.

Identities have been withheld.