WPD: Man identified in overnight shooting


WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — Officials are investigating a shooting that happened early Wednesday morning and injured one person.

A spokeswoman with WPD says it happened in the 4100 block of Princess Place Drive just after midnight.

The victim has been identified as 44-year-old Russell Kistler of Gastonia.

Officers reportedly found a man on the ground near Sam’s Food Mart. He is in serious condition at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

The investigation continues. We will bring you more updates as they become available.

Categories: Local, New Hanover

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