Kinston Police Department investigating shooting involving juvenile victim
The Kinston Police Department is actively investigating a shooting that occurred near the intersection of Queen Street and Daniels Street.
Officers responded to the scene and located a 12-year-old male victim at a nearby residence who had sustained a gunshot wound to the back. The victim was transported to ECU Health for medical treatment. His condition is currently unknown.
The investigation is ongoing and we will provide updates when possible.
The Kinston Police Department urges anyone with information related to this incident to contact Kinston-Lenoir County Crime Stoppers at 252-523-4444 or the KPD Tip Line at 252-939-4020. All tips can be submitted anonymously.
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