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Man hospitalized after shooting in southeast Roanoke overnight, police say

A man was hospitalized after a shooting in southeast Roanoke overnight, according to the Roanoke Police Department.

Authorities say they received a report about shots fired at Tazewell Avenue and 8th Street at about 12:20 a.m.; however, when they arrived at the scene, they couldn’t find any victims.

Shortly after, they were alerted about a person who had arrived at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound.

No suspects were located at the scene as this remains an ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call 540-344-8500 and share what they know. You can also text the police department 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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Source: WSLS News 10

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