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Staunton Police seek information on early morning shooting

Chris Graham

The Staunton Police Department is asking the public’s assistance for information related to a shooting that occurred this morning in the 2200 block of Orange Street.

staunton virginiaAt approximately 2 a.m., the police department received a report of shots fired in the 2200 block of Orange Street. Upon initial response officers did not locate a disturbance.  A short time later the police department was notified of a gunshot victim at Augusta Health.  An investigation is ongoing.

The 33-year-old male victim was later flown to the University of Virginia Medical Center.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call either the Staunton Police Department at 540-332-3842 or Crimestoppers at 1-800-322-2017.

Chris Graham

Chris Graham

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