Yesterday afternoon turned tense on Crowell Drive SW when a shooting at 22B left one person headed to the hospital and a suspect in handcuffs, according to Concord police. Officers said they were called to the scene around 1:25 p.m., and the investigation remains very much active.
What Police Say Happened
As reported by WSOC-TV, officers responded to reports of gunfire shortly after 1:25 p.m. One victim was taken by Cabarrus County EMS to a local hospital for treatment. Police confirmed they have a suspect in custody but have not released details on the person detained, the victim’s condition, or what may have led up to the shooting, noting only that the case is still under active investigation.
Recent Violence in Concord
The Crowell Drive shooting lands on top of a rough stretch for Concord. On Feb. 1, a quadruple shooting left two people dead and two others injured, with multiple arrests that followed, according to WBTV. That earlier case has already rattled neighbors and fueled growing concern about gun violence around the city.
How to Help Investigators
Detectives have kept a tight lid on specifics so far and say more information will be released as the investigation moves forward. Anyone who saw or heard anything near 22B Crowell Drive SW around 1:25 p.m. is urged to contact the Concord Police Department. According to the Concord Police Department's website, residents can use the department’s general information line or call the Criminal Investigations unit directly at (704) 920-5055 to reach detectives following up on leads.
