One Dead in Roanoke Shooting

Erica Schmidt

ROANOKE, VA- The Roanoke Police Department is investigating a shooting that took place early Thursday morning. Officers responded to reports of a shooting at the 700 block of Hunt Avenue northwest.

Upon arrival, they located an adult male victim with critical gunshot wounds lying in a parking lot. Medics pronounced the victim deceased at the scene.

No suspects were located and no arrests have been made regarding this case. This is an ongoing investigation.


Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call (540)344-8500 and share what you know. You can also text us at 274637; please begin the text with “RoanokePD” to ensure it’s properly sent. Both calls and texts can remain anonymous.

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