ALEXANDRIA, VA – A man was injured in a shooting Tuesday evening in the 300 block of North West Street, prompting a heavy Alexandria Police Department response as officers secured the area and began their investigation.
Police said the victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury and was transported for medical treatment.
The shooting was reported just minutes before 8 p.m., bringing multiple units to the scene as detectives canvassed the neighborhood for evidence and witnesses.
Investigation remains active
Authorities have not released details about a suspect or possible motive, and no arrests have been announced as of this report.
Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the department’s non-emergency line or Crime Solvers.
Residents in the area were asked to avoid the scene while officers conducted their investigation.