Police believe pair of Friday shootings are connected

Published 2:50 pm Friday, November 8, 2024

Brookhaven Police are searching for a suspect after multiple shots were fired on Old Brook Road.

Unofficial reports say two individuals were arguing at approximately 11:40 a.m. when one or both produced firearms and began shooting.

One was struck in the leg and transported via ambulance to King’s Daughters Medical Center. The other is sought for questioning.

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At about 12:20 p.m., law enforcement was dispatched to City Mart on North Jackson Street for reports of more gunfire.

One subject was struck and transported by KDMC.

BPD Special Response Team Commander Jonathan Hart said he believes the two incidents are connected and remain under investigation.

“We want to thank Sheriff Steve Rushing and the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Department for their assistance,” Hart said.