Officers responded about 5 p.m. to a report of shots fired in the Northridge Crossings Apartments in the 6000 block of Highline Street.
The shooting victim was taken to a hospital.
The incident remains under active investigation. Police were focused on a dark-colored SUV with smashed glass on the passenger side.
Eyewitnesses told ABC11 they heard multiple gunshots during the shooting. One witness said they thought it was the sound of a car backfiring.
No other details were immediately released.
Anyone who believes they may have information on this case is asked to visit Crimestoppers for anonymous reporting options or call (919) 996-1193.
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