My car stopped running after taking off from a stop?

RIKEJULIE4

MEMBER
2008 CADILLAC CTS-V
3.6L
4WD
AUTOMATIC
160,000 MILES

I was driving and thought I ran out of gas, however that wasn't the case. My car stopped running after taking off from a stop and I was able to start it back up two different times and then I just got a really weird noise when trying to start it. A noise I myself or anyone else I've asked has ever heard. Someone suggested the timing chain or the starter. Car was running fine up until then. It's getting fuel, all the pulleys still move and belt. Please help.

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KEN L

MASTER CERTIFIED MECHANIC
47,643 POSTS

Can you please shoot a quick video with your phone so I can hear the noise? That way I can tell for sure what's going on. You can upload it here with your response. We need to hear the noise, so we know which direction to go to help you fix the car. It takes time to upload so please be patient. Does it sound like an engine knock or a squeal? I can only guess at this point.