Back-to-Back Shootings in Durham Saturday Night Leave Two Injured, Including Juvenile
DURHAM, NC – Gunfire erupted twice within minutes in Durham Saturday night, leaving two people injured—including a juvenile—and prompting an ongoing investigation into whether the incidents are connected.
Drive-By Shooting Near Downtown Durham
According to the Durham Police Department, officers responded around 9 p.m. to a reported shooting in the 100 block of South Elm Street near South Alston Avenue.
When officers arrived, they found a victim who said they had been struck by a bullet from a passing vehicle, indicating a possible drive-by shooting.
- The victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries
- Emergency responders transported the individual to a nearby hospital
Juvenile Shot, Seeks Help at EMS Station
Just minutes later, a second shooting unfolded across the city.
Police say a juvenile with a gunshot wound arrived outside an EMS station on Old Fayetteville Street around 9:30 p.m.
- The shooting location remains unknown
- The juvenile was transported to a hospital
- Injuries were also reported as non-life-threatening
Investigators Working to Determine Connection
Authorities have not confirmed whether the two shootings are related.
However, the close timing of the incidents has raised concerns as detectives work to determine:
- If the shootings are connected
- What led to each incident
- Who may be responsible
Both cases remain active and ongoing investigations.
Police Urge Public to Come Forward
The Durham Police Department is asking anyone with information to assist with the investigation.
Durham Police Department: Contact directly
CrimeStoppers: (919) 683-1200
Submit tips online via Durham CrimeStoppers
Conclusion
While both victims are expected to recover, the incidents highlight ongoing concerns about gun violence impacting multiple parts of the city in a short span of time. Investigators continue working to piece together what happened—and whether these back-to-back shootings are part of a larger pattern.