ROANOKE , Va. – A man was injured after a shooting in Northwest Roanoke Saturday night, according to the Roanoke Police Department.
Police said around 10:10 p.m., officers were patrolling the area of 10th Street and Grayson Avenue NW when they heard several gunshots fired nearby.
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Police said as officers were responding to the area, they were notified of a vehicle crash in the 1600 block of Rugby Blvd NW.
We’re told officers found a vehicle that had crashed into a utility pole in front of a residence in the area. Officers did not locate a driver or any passengers at the scene of the crash.
Authorities said minutes later, officers were notified of a person with a gunshot wound at a residence in the 1700 block of Grayson Avenue NW.
According to police, officers located a man with what appeared to be a non-life-threatening gunshot wound on the front porch of the residence. He was transported to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital for treatment.
RPD said preliminary investigation indicates that the man was driving the vehicle when he was struck by gunfire, which led to the crash.
We’re told further details about what led to the shooting are limited at this time. Police said no suspects have been located and no arrests have been made regarding this investigation.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call (540)344-8500 and share what you know. You can also text 274637; please begin the text with “RoanokePD” to ensure it’s properly sent. Both calls and texts can remain anonymous.