Investigations Underway After Two Men Injured in Separate Shootings in Durham
DURHAM, NC – Police are investigating two separate shootings that left two men injured in Durham on Thursday, October 3.
Shooting On Stadium Drive
The first incident occurred around 12:45 a.m. when Durham police responded to a home on the 2500 block of Stadium Drive. Upon arrival, officers found a man suffering from a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to a nearby hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities seek public assistance, as the suspect’s identity remains unknown, and no arrests have been made. Police are urging anyone with information to submit tips anonymously through Durham CrimeStoppers.
Shooting On NC Highway 55
Later that same day, another shooting was reported before 2:15 p.m. along the 5000 block of NC Highway 55. Officers found a second man with gunshot injuries, also non-life-threatening, who was transported to the hospital for treatment.
Police have not indicated any connection between the two shootings, and both incidents are under investigation. Durham CrimeStoppers is offering up to $2,000 for information leading to arrests in these cases. Those with relevant details are encouraged to submit tips anonymously online or by calling the hotline.
Durham CrimeStoppers
CrimeStoppers is a tip line that allows tipsters to report criminal activity anonymously. It is a partnership between the community, the media, law enforcement agencies, and businesses working together to solve crime. Callers are encouraged, via cash rewards and a promise of anonymity, to provide information leading to the arrest of suspected criminals. Information related to unsolved crimes and wanted persons is distributed to the community via various forms of media. Tipsters are encouraged to call CrimeStoppers and anonymously give any information about the unsolved crime or fugitive. CrimeStoppers forwards the information to the investigating law enforcement agency within Durham County. If the information is used by law enforcement and leads to a felony arrest, the tipster may be eligible to receive a cash reward. Reward payments range from a minimum of $100 to a maximum of $2,000, depending on the severity of the crime. Visit www.durhamcrimestoppers.org for more information.