SPD News Release: Subject Shot in the Area of Sharp Ave/Hamilton St
Spokane Police are investigating a shooting that occurred in the area of Sharp Ave/Hamilton St. A 19 year old male was shot in both legs during a verbal argument. The victim of the shooting was stabilized at the scene and taken to a local area hospital for further treatment.
On October 5th, at 00:35 AM, Spokane Police responded to a shooting that just occurred in the area of Sharp Ave/Hamilton St. Officers located a 19 year old who received a gun shot wound that went all the way through his right leg and entered and lodged in his left leg. The victim and several witnesses stated an argument occurred between 4 subjects. During the argument 1 of the suspects pulled out a handgun and shot the victim in the legs. The suspect and his companion fled the scene on foot in an unknown direction. The armed suspect and his companion were both described as male Hispanics in their late teens or early 20’s.
Spokane Police quickly set up a containment and a K9 search was conducted in the area. The K9 was unable to locate the suspect or his companion. The suspect and companion haven’t been arrested or identified as of yet. The shooting investigation will be referred to the Spokane Police Detective Unit for further follow up and investigation.
Anyone with information regarding the shooting is asked to call Crime Check at 456-2233.