Fireworks mistaken for gunshots near Lamar and Pendleton


People are setting off fireworks near the intersection of Lamar and Pendleton. The sounds were first thought to be gunshots, but responders observed fireworks going high into the air. The audio does not mention any injuries.
Audio|Source: Memphis Police and Shelby County Sheriff
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Transcript:
7.5, I'm a city 753. Be advised. We're at Lamar Pendleton. They're popping fireworks in that direction. That's probably those shots fire. We're literally watching the fireworks. This is far as in the air. So just be advised. Those are fireworks. That's right.
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Location mentioned:
Pendleton St & Lamar Ave, Memphis, TN 38114
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