Multiple shots were reported near the entrance to the Walter I.M. Hodge community early Monday morning, and a gunshot victim later arrived at Juan F. Luis Hospital by private vehicle, according to the V.I. Police Department.
The 911 Emergency Call Center received reports of multiple shots fired in the Walter I.M. Hodge area at approximately 6:53 a.m. Monday, according to a VIPD police report.
The victim arrived at Juan F. Luis Hospital shortly after the reports were received, police said. Officers responded and launched an investigation into the shooting.
Police said the circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under active investigation.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Criminal Investigation Bureau at 340-778-2211, Crime Stoppers USVI at 800-222-TIPS (8477), or 911.
