Gunfire in north Charlotte last night left one person with serious injuries, according to emergency responders. The shooting happened around 7:15 p.m. on the 3500 block of Statesville Avenue, and the victim was taken to a hospital for treatment.
As reported by WSOC‑TV, MEDIC crews responded to the scene and transported one person with serious injuries to a nearby medical center. Officials released few details in the immediate aftermath of the shooting, and the case remained under investigation.
Where This Fits in Recent Violence
The shooting adds to a string of violent incidents in north Charlotte in recent months. In March, a shooting on Hucks Road left one person dead and four others wounded, according to WFAE. In May, CMPD opened an investigation into a deadly shooting near North Davidson Street, as previously reported by WCCB.
Local Reporting and Tips
Hoodline has previously documented violence along North Tryon and Statesville avenues, highlighting residents' concerns after earlier shootings and crashes in the corridor. See our earlier story on an earlier rush‑hour shooting on North Tryon for background on similar incidents.
CMPD had not immediately released any suspect information. Anyone with tips can contact the department's tip line at 704‑432‑8477 or reach Charlotte Crime Stoppers at 704‑334‑1600, according to reporting by The Charlotte Observer. This story will be updated as authorities release more details.
