Man and boy shot in northwest Roanoke
ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A man and a boy are being treated at a hospital after being shot in northwest Roanoke.
The shooting near the Cookout restaurant on Hershberger Road took place about 2:15 a.m. June 24, 2023, according to Roanoke Police Deputy Chief Jerry Stokes. The age of the boy has not been released.
Police who responded to reports of gunfire found no victims at the scene; they discovered the victims had gotten to the hospital via personal vehicle. The injuries are not believed to be life-threatening, according to police.
No one has been arrested, but police say they don’t believe the public is in danger. They say the victims are not cooperating with the investigation.
Police don’t believe this shooting is connected to another shooting the same morning on Melrose Avenue.
Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call (540) 344-8500. You can also text 274637; begin the text with “RoanokePD” to ensure it’s properly sent. Calls and texts can remain anonymous.
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