Major Crimes Detectives Continue to Investigate Shooting
Spokane Valley Major Crimes Detectives are clearing the scene of an early morning shooting on 5th Avenue, east of S. Havana Street. An adult male was transported to the hospital, where he continues to receive medical attention for an apparent gunshot wound.
Anyone with information regarding this incident, who has not been contacted by law enforcement, is urged to call Crime Check at 509-456-2233, reference #10086742.
On July 8, 2022, at approximately 7:10 am., Spokane Valley Deputies responded to the area of 4th and Carnahan for a reported person with a weapon.
The caller stated he observed a male, who appeared to be armed with a gun, chasing two males, running toward the west. As Deputies arrived in the area, an adult male victim near the Dearborn Apartments had reportedly been shot.
Spokane Valley Fire and AMR responded to provide medical attention, and the victim was transported to the hospital for additional care, where he remains.
A perimeter was established east of Havana Street to Custer Road and south of 4th Avenue to 5th Avenue.
Members of the Spokane Valley Major Crimes Unit, Spokane Valley Investigative Unit, Spokane County Forensic Unit, Spokane Valley Traffic Unit, and Spokane Regional Air Support Unit responded to the scene to assist in the investigation.
At the scene, the victim did not provide information regarding a possible suspect to Deputies as he received medical treatment.
A K9 Unit also responded and conducted an evidence search.
Detectives believe these incidents are connected, and this remains an active investigation.