A shooting in Garner yesterday left a man critically injured after he was found behind the wheel of his vehicle at the intersection of Vandora Springs Road and Timber Drive. Police say he was the only person in the car when officers arrived. He was transported to a hospital, where he remains in critical condition. Garner police have opened an active investigation, but have not released information regarding any suspects or a possible motive.
Garner police confirmed to WRAL that the driver was the only person in the vehicle when officers arrived and had sustained a gunshot wound. The victim remains in critical condition at a hospital. Investigators are continuing to determine the circumstances of the shooting and who was involved. The department is asking anyone with information to call 919-772-8810.
What Police Are Looking Into
Garner detectives are canvassing the area and reviewing video footage and witness accounts to determine what happened before the shooting. Authorities have not identified any suspects or released a motive. The investigation is ongoing, and police say additional information will be provided as it becomes available. Officials have not indicated any broader threat to the community.
Recent Local Context
The current case comes amid other notable incidents in Garner this winter. On January 25, deputies fatally shot a man in the town after officials said he confronted them with a firearm, according to Spectrum News. That earlier shooting is under review by state investigators. Authorities have not connected the two incidents and say each is being handled based on its own circumstances.
How To Help
Authorities are asking anyone who was near Vandora Springs Road and Timber Drive on Monday and witnessed or recorded unusual activity to contact the Garner Police Department tip line at 919-772-8810. Investigators are especially interested in photos or video taken in the area around the time of the shooting. Garner police reiterated this request in a statement reported by WRAL.
