34-year-old man dies at hospital following afternoon shooting in Fayetteville

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Tuesday, August 27, 2024
Man dies at hospital following afternoon shooting in Fayetteville
Officers responded Tuesday shortly before 3 p.m. to a 911 call in the 200 block of Early Street.

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) -- Fayetteville Police are investigating after a shooting that left a man dead.

Officers responded Aug. 20 shortly before 3 p.m. to a 911 call in the 200 block of Early Street.

Officers found a man who had been shot. The victim was taken to Cape Fear Valley Medical Center but later died from his injuries.

On Tuesday, FPD identified the victim as Anthony Douglas, 34, of Fayetteville.

This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is asked to contact the lead Detective, R. Vernon, at (910) 729-2525.

If you have information on this investigation and would like to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at (910) 483-8477. Crimestoppers information can also be submitted electronically.

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