MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Memphis Mayor Paul Young released a statement about the fatal Sunday shooting at Tom Lee Park. Memphis Police say officers responded to a shots fired call at Riverside Drive and Beale Street at 6:46 p.m. on Sunday. Police say officers found a victim who had been shot. He was pronounced dead on the scene. ORIGINAL STORY: Teen fatally shot near Tom Lee Park, teen suspect on the run Mayor Paul Young released the following statement: This latest act of violence took place at Tom Lee Park – one of our city’s crown jewels. Our riverfront is meant to be a place of joy, connection, and community. The reckless violence carried out during a community event shattered that purpose. My prayers are with the victim, the witnesses, and the families affected by this senseless act. It is important to note that without advising MPD, event organizers elected not to have security in place for Sunday’s event. Thankfully, Memphis Police officers were staged just outside the event footprint and were able to respond within moments. Let me be clear: we will pursue prosecution of this crime – and all violent crimes – to the fullest extent of the law. Public spaces – especially our parks – should always feel welcoming, inviting, and safe. Taking steps to leave a life of violence should be met with peace and celebration. And playing in your yard should never be a dangerous endeavor. We are not giving in to chaos. We are not standing down. We will continue doing all the hard work necessary to make Memphis stronger and safer. And that means if you create mayhem in Memphis, we will find you and we will push for quick prosecution. We will win the war against violence in Memphis. This is a promise. ‘I’ll kill you’: Man accused of firing shots at 2 sisters Riverside Drive had been closed on Sunday for the Foodees Food and Culture Festival at Tom Lee Park. Memphis Police believe both the victim and suspect were teens between the ages of 15-18 years old. Ron Kennedy, Chief Operating Officer of Foodees Food and Culture Festival says the company is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Man convicted in Memphis 2020 double homicide case According to Kennedy, there were three security officers and two staff members there to walk the premises and report issues, and there were at least eight Memphis police officers inside the festival. Kennedy said 15 minutes before the event was over he heard about six to eight shots about 60 yards outside, and the shooting happened by the restrooms at the park. The COO said they had a contract with a Memphis security company on Friday, but two of the armed security guards showed up intoxicated. He said one was "drunk" and one was "high on marijuana," so they brought in another company on short notice. Kennedy said despite the tragedy he wants to come back to Memphis, and there is a much deeper issue when it comes to violence.   Anyone with information is asked to call CrimeStoppers at (901) 528-CASH. ...read more read less