Several people lost their lives, and at least one person was admitted to the hospital following what is being characterized as a "mass shooting" in Prospect Hill, North Carolina, as per Fox News.
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation reported that the Caswell County Sheriff's Office sought assistance "in connection with an early morning mass shooting on Brooks Road in Prospect Hill, North Carolina."
North Carolina mass shooting: Multiple people dead, one hospitalised
A representative from Caswell County subsequently informed WGHP that multiple fatalities occurred in what is thought to be an isolated event. Additionally, at least one person was hospitalized in Duke University Hospital with a gunshot wound, and no suspect has been identified, according to the official.
North Carolina mass shooting: State bureau issues statement
“This event occurred around 8:30 AM. Caswell Deputies and the North Carolina State Highway Patrol immediately responded,” the state bureau stated in a Facebook post.
{{/usCountry}}“This event occurred around 8:30 AM. Caswell Deputies and the North Carolina State Highway Patrol immediately responded,” the state bureau stated in a Facebook post.
{{/usCountry}}“There is no threat to the general public at this time,” it said in an earlier message. “The Castle County sheriffs office is working to gather the facts of the case.”
Sheriff Tony Durden of Caswell County promptly sought the help of the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI).
SBI crime scene investigators present at spot
SBI crime scene investigators are currently present, gathering evidence and conducting interviews, WYFF4 reported. The Caswell County Sheriff's Office is in the process of informing the next of kin. Authorities have stated that there is no threat to the general public in Prospect Hill or Caswell County.
The lead agency handling this case is the Caswell County Sheriff's Office. They are receiving support from the SBI, the NC State Highway Patrol, the Prospect Hill Fire Department, Caswell County EMS, and the Person County Sheriff's Office.
North Carolina mass shooting probe
Currently, the investigation is in its preliminary phases, and authorities have not disclosed any details regarding the victims or a potential suspect, as per WYFF4. At this moment, no further information has been made available.
Additionally, officials have not confirmed whether the individuals involved were acquainted, referencing the ongoing nature of the investigation.