Teen injured, no suspects after shooting in Northwest Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. (WFXR) — A teen was taken to the hospital after a fight that allegedly escalated into a shooting in Northwest Roanoke on Tuesday night.
Roanoke police say around 8:10 p.m. on Feb. 20, officers were called to the 700 block of 29th Street NW after reports of shots being fired in the area.
While en route, information was received that a person was found in a vehicle near 10th Street and Orange Avenue NW with a gunshot wound. Once at the scene, officers found a teenager in the back of a vehicle with what appeared to be a non-life-threatening injury.
The victim was taken to the hospital for treatment.
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During the investigation, the police department learned that several teenagers were allegedly involved in a fight at a home on 29th Street NW that led to the shooting. Investigators also located two teenage males who they currently believe to be involved in the shooting.
Police confirmed that a gun was recovered at the home.
We’re told no arrests have been made; however, everyone allegedly involved in the incident has been identified. Their names have currently not been released.
The Roanoke Police Department says no arrests have been made. Anyone with information is encouraged to call 540)344-8500, or text 274637, with the message beginning with “RoanokePD.” Both calls and texts can remain anonymous.
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