LUMBERTON, N.C.
— A juvenile in Lumberton is in critical condition after being
shot inside a residence on Pearl Street
Friday evening, according to local authorities.
The
Lumberton Police Department
responded to a call about a shooting around
5:30 p.m.
Upon arriving at the scene, officers found a minor with a gunshot wound inside the home. Emergency responders immediately stabilized the victim before airlifting him to a
regional trauma center
for treatment.
Officials described the injuries as
life-threatening
, though the current condition of the juvenile has not yet been released publicly.
Investigation Underway
Police have launched a full investigation and began processing the scene Friday night. No details have been released yet about what may have led to the shooting or whether any suspects are in custody.
The shooting took place in a residential area of Lumberton, raising concerns among local residents. Officers have not shared whether the gunfire was accidental, targeted, or part of a larger conflict.
The case is being led by
Detective Talia Gatlin
, who is urging anyone with information to contact her directly at
910-671-3845
.
You can view the
WMBF News report
for the latest official updates.
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