One injured after shots fired at Whiteville apartment complex

WHITEVILLE, NC (WWAY) — One person suffered minor injuries after shots rang out at a Whiteville apartment complex Thursday, according to the Whiteville Police Department.

Officers responded to Covey Run II Apartments after receiving reports of shots fired.

When officers arrived, they found one person who had sustained a minor neck injury caused by a stray projectile. They received medical treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.

Police said several vehicles and apartment buildings were also struck by gunfire during the incident.

Investigators have not released information about possible suspects or what led to the shooting.

The incident remains under active investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Whiteville Police Department at 910-642-5111.