Chattanooga Police investigate DOA on Central Avenue

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) – Chattanooga Police investigate the DOA shooting death of a 78-year-old man around 10:00 a.m. Thursday morning.

His body was found in the 1900 block of Central Avenue.

Investigators determined George Garth was shot once in the chest.

Chattanooga Violent Crimes Bureau Investigators are following all actionable leads since no suspect information is available.

Chattanooga Police ask anyone with information regarding this incident to call 423-698-2525.

The investigation is ongoing and more information will be released when available.