Update - Durham Police Investigate Shooting
Durham police are investigating a fatal shooting that happened on Emerald Forrest Drive shortly after 5:00 p.m.
An off duty Officer and resident of the apartment complex heard the sound of shots and responded to investigate. He located a male subject on the ground, suffering from a gunshot wound and another male subject standing beside him. The officer attempted to conduct an investigation as to what occurred and during this interaction, one of the males was shot by the Officer and subsequently transported to the hospital with serious injuries. The male subject on the ground was determined to be deceased.
This is an active investigation. Officers and investigators are still working the scene. No further details are available at this time.
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