Would-Be Robbers Shot In North Nashville Stick-Up: Police

NASHVILLE, TN — Three would-be stick-up men were shot by the people they were allegedly attempting to rob at a North Nashville gas station midday Tuesday, according to police.

Investigators say three people were attempting to rob two others at the Citgo on Brick Church Pike shortly after noon Tuesday, but one of the would-be victims was armed and shot at the suspects.

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One of the suspects was taken into custody and two others were hospitalized but are likely to be charged upon their release. The extent of their injuries is unknown.

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