ROANOKE, Va. – Update:
Roanoke Police are currently searching for the suspect of a shooting that left a woman with minor injuries Wednesday.
The investigation identified 24-year-old Jamonte Lamar Williams of Roanoke as the suspect. An arrest warrant has been issued for Williams charging him with malicious wounding and use of a firearm in the commission of a felony.
The woman the suspect shot was determined to have a graze wound. Investigators have also determined that Williams and the victim were previously in a romantic relationship.
Anyone with information on the whereabouts of Mr. Williams, or who has knowledge of this incident should take no action but call police at (540) 344-8500.
Original:
An investigation is underway after a shooting in Northwest Roanoke Wednesday, according to RPD.
According to officials, officers responded to the reports of a shooting in the 2300 block of Orange Ave NW at 12:30 p.m.
A woman was located at the scene with minor, non-life-threatening injuries. She was treated at the scene and transported to the hospital for further evaluation.
RPD says that the preliminary investigation has determined the suspect and victim knew each other.