Five shot at Raleigh apartmentplex - WMC Action News 5

Raleigh, TN (WMC) -

Five people were riddled with bullets at the Lexington Apartments around 2 p.m. Wednesday afternoon. Three of the five victims are at Regional Medical Center in critical condition.

Neighbors say the shooting happened after a fight at a nearby apartment building. They say the suspects came to Lexington Apartments to settle the score.

The apartment complex was placed on lock down.

"It's just, we're killing each other. It don't make no sense. I'm tired of it. They need... I'm tired of it," said Lakeisha Hobson.

"I pray and ask God to help these police stop all this killing," Beverly Cotton agreed. "All we need to do, some kind of way we need to band together and stop all this killing."

Thomas McKay was at work when his wife called to tell him about the commotion.

"I've been living here for 15 years," he said. "It's dangerous for kids to be out here with that kind of carrying on going on."

Blood and clothing lined streets as dozens of officers questioned witnesses. Police say they are getting conflicting stories about what happened.

"We can't do nothing," Cotton said. "Can't go to the store, they jump us and kill us. Go to the grocery store, get beat up. What could we do to stay safe?"

A woman who did not want to interview on camera said she saw three men speed off in a white car after the shooting.

Police have not yet released a description of the suspect(s). Police say witnesses are not being very forthcoming with information.

If you know anything that may help, call Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH.

Copyright 2014 WMC Action News 5. All rights reserved.

Four shot at Raleigh apartmentplex - WMC Action News 5

Raleigh, TN (WMC) -

Five people were riddled with bullets at the Lexington Apartments around 2 p.m. Wednesday afternoon. Three of the five victims are at Regional Medical Center in critical condition.

Neighbors say the shooting happened after a fight at a nearby apartment building. They say the suspects came to Lexington Apartments to settle the score.

The apartment complex was placed on lock down.

"It's just, we're killing each other. It don't make no sense. I'm tired of it. They need... I'm tired of it," said Lakeisha Hobson.

"I pray and ask God to help these police stop all this killing," Beverly Cotton agreed. "All we need to do, some kind of way we need to band together and stop all this killing."

Thomas McKay was at work when his wife called to tell him about the commotion.

"I've been living here for 15 years," he said. "It's dangerous for kids to be out here with that kind of carrying on going on."

Blood and clothing lined streets as dozens of officers questioned witnesses. Police say they are getting conflicting stories about what happened.

"We can't do nothing," Cotton said. "Can't go to the store, they jump us and kill us. Go to the grocery store, get beat up. What could we do to stay safe?"

A woman who did not want to interview on camera said she saw three men speed off in a white car after the shooting.

Police have not yet released a description of the suspect(s). Police say witnesses are not being very forthcoming with information.

If you know anything that may help, call Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH.

Copyright 2014 WMC Action News 5. All rights reserved.

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MEMPHIS, TN (WMC) -

A Memphis road is closed because a house is blocking the street. Starting at 12:30 Monday afternoon, a $35,000 project went wrong.

An axle on a moving truck broke, stranding the Kirby Farm House in the street at River Birch Road and Satinwood Drive.

The house has been around since the 1800s. It's listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

"This at one time was a big farm. So even though it's being moved down there, it was still part of the farm. So it will still be listed in the national registry," Scott May said. He says his grandmother used to live in the house.

But instead of being recognized for its history, onlookers are staring because they can't get around it.

"It's kind of insane because people can't get out of their driveway," Emily Fonville said.

Workers are trying to get the truck lifted and the axle repaired, but it's no easy task. Workers actually got the house moving again tonight, but when the sun went down they were forced to stop again.

Movers say they will start back up at 9:00 Tuesday morning. They hope that will help them miss rush hour traffic.

The home was originally in Germantown, but it was going to be torn down. So the current owners decided to move it. The ultimate destination lies on Messick Road, about half a mile from where the house is Monday night.

WMC Action News 5 will be on site Tuesday morning. We'll let you know how day two of the move turns out.

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Methodist: Test results negative for Ebola - WMC-TV

MEMPHIS, TN (WMC) -

Methodist University Hospital officials confirm that the patient in isolation tested negative for Ebola.

Officials with Methodist University Hospital say they used an abundance of caution on Sunday. The patient's blood tested negative, but it was a real life test of preparedness and isolation of Ebola.

It all began when patient was taken to Methodist South in Whitehaven in a private vehicle and showed Ebola-like symptoms.

"From the moment that the patient did arrive, the hospital contacted the Shelby County Health Department and our epidemiologist started their contact investigation and looking at the travel history," said Shelby County Health Department Public Information Officer Elizabeth Hart.

The patient was transported to Methodist University Hospital, placed isolation, and tested for Ebola.

Hart added, "We've been doing drills all year long in the emergency preparedness division and we've been preparing for something of this nature and of this magnitude and we have certainly been practicing those drills."

A strict staff of trained doctors and nurses cared for the patient in isolation. Hart says the situation was handled exactly how they've drilled and that the public was at a very low risk.

"The staff that are treating the patient here at Methodist hospital are following all protocols and that includes using the PPE: the personal protective equipment," said Hart. "We receive calls on a daily basis from people who think they might have Ebola. They have some of the symptoms."

This is the first time a Memphis patient has been isolated in Memphis, but Hart could not say if it had anything to do with the patient's travel history.

"We certainly feel like this has been successful so far with the communication from the hospital and Shelby County Health Department, and of course making sure that those samples got to TN Department of Health in Nashville," noted Hart.

Doctors and nurses will continue to monitor and care for the patient. They say they feel better prepared following today's incident and that moving forward, they'll continue to follow the leadership and guidance from the health department.

MUH corporate communications specialist Mary Alice Taylor released the following statement via email:

"The state health department just alerted us that the test result was negative for ebola for the patient at Methodist University Hospital. We will continue to monitor and care for the patient. We proceeded with an abundance of caution today, and this experience makes our staff even better prepared should we face a case in the future. We are all pleased with the outcome, and believe we are now even better prepared going forward. We're grateful for the leadership and guidance from our local and state health departments."

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Community reacts to possible Ebola case in Memphis - WMC-TV

MEMPHIS, TN (WMC) -

The patient currently being tested for Ebola is resting comfortably in isolation at Methodist University Hospital, but first arrived at Methodist South in Whitehaven.

As tests happen inside, people outside of the facility are speaking about how they feel.

Shay Jones was recently released from MUH for an unrelated illness, and was shocked to hear someone is being tested for Ebola.

"I hope its not true but that's all I can say," said Jones.

Jones was patient at MUH for the past five days. She says everything seemed calm and business went on as usual inside the hospital.

"If there is an Ebola victim in our community, then it needs to be contained immediately," Jones added.

Patients and visitors say Methodist should be commended for coming forward early with their suspicions about a possible Ebola case.

"And as long as they are doing the right thing, then I can't say nothing bad about this cause they saved my life Wednesday," Jones noted. "I flat lined. So I mean, this is a good hospital."

People who spoke with WMC Action News 5's Ben Watson say whether this turns out to be a case of Ebola or not, it's a good reminder for you to wash your hands often and do other things to prevent the spread of disease.

Methodist University Hospital spokesperson released a statement, saying in part:

"The patient is in stable condition, isolated in an area separate from the main hospital on the MUH campus. Our experts have an alternate primary diagnosis that has been established, but in an abundance of caution, the team is still strictly following Ebola protocols to protect all caregivers and others. We are waiting for a definitive Ebola test result which we expect to receive this evening. We will report more as we learn more."

Methodist University Hospital officials confirm that the patient in isolation tested negative for Ebola.

Officials with Methodist University Hospital say they used an abundance of caution on Sunday. The patient's blood tested negative, but it was a real life test of preparedness and isolation of Ebola.

Copyright 2014 WMC Action News 5. All rights reserved.

Four shot at Raleigh apartmentplex - WMC Action News 5

Raleigh, TN (WMC) -

Five people were riddled with bullets at the Lexington Apartments around 2 p.m. Wednesday afternoon. Three of the five victims are at Regional Medical Center in critical condition.

Neighbors say the shooting happened after a fight at a nearby apartment building. They say the suspects came to Lexington Apartments to settle the score.

The apartment complex was placed on lock down.

"It's just, we're killing each other. It don't make no sense. I'm tired of it. They need... I'm tired of it," said Lakeisha Hobson.

"I pray and ask God to help these police stop all this killing," Beverly Cotton agreed. "All we need to do, some kind of way we need to band together and stop all this killing."

Thomas McKay was at work when his wife called to tell him about the commotion.

"I've been living here for 15 years," he said. "It's dangerous for kids to be out here with that kind of carrying on going on."

Blood and clothing lined streets as dozens of officers questioned witnesses. Police say they are getting conflicting stories about what happened.

"We can't do nothing," Cotton said. "Can't go to the store, they jump us and kill us. Go to the grocery store, get beat up. What could we do to stay safe?"

A woman who did not want to interview on camera said she saw three men speed off in a white car after the shooting.

Police have not yet released a description of the suspect(s). Police say witnesses are not being very forthcoming with information.

If you know anything that may help, call Crime Stoppers at 901-528-CASH.

Copyright 2014 WMC Action News 5. All rights reserved.

http://ift.tt/1rDdyRV ... - WMC-TV

MEMPHIS, TN (WMC) -

A Memphis road is closed because a house is blocking the street. Starting at 12:30 Monday afternoon, a $35,000 project went wrong.

An axle on a moving truck broke, stranding the Kirby Farm House in the street at River Birch Road and Satinwood Drive.

The house has been around since the 1800s. It's listed in the National Register of Historic Places.

"This at one time was a big farm. So even though it's being moved down there, it was still part of the farm. So it will still be listed in the national registry," Scott May said. He says his grandmother used to live in the house.

But instead of being recognized for its history, onlookers are staring because they can't get around it.

"It's kind of insane because people can't get out of their driveway," Emily Fonville said.

Workers are trying to get the truck lifted and the axle repaired, but it's no easy task. Workers actually got the house moving again tonight, but when the sun went down they were forced to stop again.

Movers say they will start back up at 9:00 Tuesday morning. They hope that will help them miss rush hour traffic.

The home was originally in Germantown, but it was going to be torn down. So the current owners decided to move it. The ultimate destination lies on Messick Road, about half a mile from where the house is Monday night.

WMC Action News 5 will be on site Tuesday morning. We'll let you know how day two of the move turns out.

Copyright 2014 WMC Action News 5. All rights reserved