Person shot at busy Charlotte intersection near Uptown early Saturday
CHARLOTTE, NC — A person was shot and wounded Saturday near a busy Uptown Charlotte intersection, prompting an active investigation by local police as they work to determine what led to the early-morning gunfire.
The shooting occurred on November 15 in the area of West 5th Street and North Church Street, a bustling part of the city frequented by pedestrians, nightlife, and commuters. First responders arrived on scene and located a shooting victim who was transported to a nearby hospital. The extent of the injuries has not been released, but the victim survived.
Investigators confirmed that one firearm was used during the incident, though the type of weapon has not yet been disclosed. No suspects have been publicly identified, and there have been no arrests as of Saturday afternoon.
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police are continuing to collect evidence and are asking anyone who may have witnessed the shooting or has information to come forward. The motive behind the shooting remains under investigation.
This marks the latest incident of gun violence in Charlotte’s urban core, an area that has seen an increase in firearm-related crimes near nightlife districts and event spaces in recent months.
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Key Points
- A person was shot and injured Saturday near West 5th and North Church streets in Charlotte
- The victim was hospitalized; no arrests or suspect information have been released
- Charlotte police continue to investigate the motive and circumstances