WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — Winston-Salem Police responded to a call on East 23rd Street in reference to a reported shooting right before 10:30 p.m. Friday night.
When officers arrived, they said they found two victims, both suffering from a gunshot wound.
One victim was transported to the hospital and is currently in critical condition. The second victim was treated on scene by EMS and her injury is minor.
The Winston-Salem Criminal Investigations Division took over the investigation.
Investigators said the preliminary investigation shows that a car pulled up in front of the area where the two were shot. Both victims were outside and an unknown person began shooting at the two.
Police said it was not random, as it appears the two individuals were specifically targeted during the incident.
The investigation is ongoing and more information will be released as the department learns more.
Police are asking anyone with any information about the investigation to call the Winston-Salem Police Department at 336-773-7700.
You can also call Crime Stoppers at 336-727-2800, or En Espanol 336-728-3904.
You can also view “Crime Stoppers of Winston-Salem Forsyth County” on Facebook.
A Crime Stoppers Tip Form can also be located online. Information provided to Crime Stoppers may be provided anonymously.
The Text-A-Tip Program can be reached at 336-276-1717 and allows you to text tips, photos, and videos to the Winston-Salem Police Department.
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