Raleigh Woman Shot After Being Pistol-Whipped During Smoke Shop Altercation
RALEIGH, NC – A late-night confrontation inside a Raleigh smoke shop turned violent, leaving a woman injured after what police say escalated from a verbal dispute into a dangerous encounter involving a firearm. Authorities say the situation quickly spiraled, resulting in both blunt force injuries and a gunshot wound.
Incident Reported on Poole Road
According to the Raleigh Police Department, officers responded just after 9 p.m. Wednesday to a reported shooting in the 1900 block of Poole Road.
When officers arrived, they located a woman who had been struck in the face with a handgun.
Altercation Escalates Into Violence
Investigators say the incident began as a verbal altercation between the victim and another individual inside the smoke shop.
The situation escalated when the suspect allegedly:
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Pistol-whipped the victim, striking her in the face
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Caused the firearm to discharge during the assault
Police said the bullet grazed the woman’s chest when the gun fired.
Victim Sustains Non-Life-Threatening Injuries
The woman was transported to a nearby hospital with injuries that authorities say are not life-threatening.
Officials have not released additional details about her condition.
No Arrests Made as Investigation Continues
As of the latest update, no arrests have been made, and the case remains an active and ongoing investigation.
Police have not released a suspect description at this time.
Conclusion
The incident highlights how quickly everyday disputes can escalate into dangerous situations involving firearms. Authorities continue to investigate what led to the altercation and are working to identify those responsible.
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