An afternoon shooting on Thursday sent a man to the hospital after officers found him with a gunshot wound near the 500 block of School Street at B Street in Fayetteville. He was taken to Cape Fear Valley Medical Center for treatment, and police blocked off the area while detectives worked the scene. The victim’s condition had not been released as of Thursday evening.
Officers responded around 4 p.m. and discovered the male victim when they arrived, according to ABC11. The outlet reports that no arrests had been made as investigators continued to gather evidence and sort out what led to the gunfire.
Scene and response
As reported by WRAL, investigators blocked off part of School Street to collect evidence while emergency crews transported the man to a local hospital. City officials have not released additional details about a suspect or a possible motive, saying only that the investigation is still active.
Investigation and how to help
Detectives with the Fayetteville Police Department’s investigative units are urging anyone who saw the incident or has video from the area to contact authorities. According to the City of Fayetteville, Crime Stoppers can be reached at 910-483-8477, and non-emergency police calls should go to (910) 433-1529.
Neighborhood history
The 500 block of School Street has been the site of serious violence before. ABC11 reported a fatal shooting at that address in 2021 that drew a homicide investigation. Residents say past incidents have kept attention on safety and policing in the neighborhood.
Authorities say they will release more details as the Fayetteville Police Department completes its work at the scene. Reporters and neighbors remain on alert as investigators continue their inquiries.
