An off-duty Durham County deputy was unexpectedly drawn into the response to yesterday morning shooting on East Trinity Avenue in Durham. CBS 17 reports that the deputy, while working a security job at Christ Central Church, was approached due to a nearby disturbance, leading to the discovery of a wounded man. This incident occurred around 8:30 a.m. on the 100 block of East Trinity Avenue.
Police officials, upon assisting the off-duty officer, learned the man sustained gunshot injuries, which were categorized as non-life-threatening. While performing the deputy's off-duty security duties, for the disturbance on East Trinity Avenue, a man was found injured. He was subsequently taken to the hospital after the arrival of EMS, as noted in a statement by the Durham Police Department. Adding to the scene's urgency, there was a foot chase following the shooting, which resulted in a person of interest being detained, according to ABC11.
The area where the incident unfolded had to be closed for investigation, spanning from North Roxboro Street to North Mangum Street. This closure presumably facilitated the police’s efforts to canvas the scene and potentially gather evidence or witness accounts. In the pursuit of the suspect after the shooting happened, WRAL reports that Durham Police officers were able to apprehend an individual.
As officials continue to sort through the particulars of the case, the shooting is still under active investigation. The victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, is expected to survive the ordeal. No further details regarding potential motives or circumstances leading to the shooting have been released at this time. The man, after being shot, was found by the deputy, and following the brief pursuit on foot of the suspect, the area remained embroiled in law enforcement activity.
