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The Franklin Police Department is investigating a Wednesday morning, Feb. 15, shooting on Pretlow Street that left a man injured.

A Feb. 15 FPD news release noted that at about 11:40 a.m., the Franklin Police Department Communications Center received multiple calls in reference to a shooting in the 400 block of Pretlow Street. 

Upon FPD officers arriving on scene, they discovered a 35-year-old male suffering from a single gunshot wound, police said. The victim was treated by Franklin Fire and Rescue and flown to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital by Lifevac. 

Sharing an update Tuesday, Feb. 21, FPD Chief Steve Patterson said the victim was treated and released.

The FPD’s Feb. 15 news release stated that the suspect, who remained on scene, was questioned and released pending a case review by the Southampton County Commonwealth’s Attorney. 

This investigation is ongoing.  

Police noted that anyone with information in reference to this shooting incident is asked to contact Detective Peter Trimble at 757-562-8575.  

If anyone has information about this incident or other criminal activity within the city of Franklin, they are asked to call Franklin Police at 757-562-8575, Franklin Crime Solvers at 757-516-7100, or contact the FPD online at p3tips.com. Information that leads to an arrest can earn the caller a cash reward while remaining anonymous.