A man was reportedly shot when he confronted three people trying to break into his vehicle.
The incident happened in the 1000 block of Thompson Place just before 1:30 a.m. Saturday.
Authorities said they got to the scene and found the male victim with a gunshot wound to his leg.
He was taken to Vanderbilt University Medical Center for treatment.
The victim told police he confronted three men — either in their late teens or early 20s — who were allegedly trying to break into the victim’s vehicle.
Photos: Man Shot After Confronting Suspects During Crime
One of the suspects reportedly pulled out a handgun and fired two rounds at the victim. They fled on foot.
The investigation remained ongoing.
