Two different overnight shootings in Charlotte sent two people to the hospital with serious injuries.The first shooting occurred in North Charlotte around 11:45 last night. Police say a person was shot on Fairmont Ave. around 11:45 last night. Details are very limited right now but we know that the person was taken to Carolinas Medical Center with serious injuries. No word on any arrests.
The second shooting occurred in West Charlotte around 1:00 this morning. Police say a man was shot at least 12 times but is expected to survive. Investigators say the victim was walking along South Bruns Avenue when someone opened fire. Between 12 and 18 shots were fired, hitting the man in the lower back and legs.
The victim was conscious when medic arrived on scene. He was rushed to the hospital and into surgery. Officers believe at least two weapons were used in the shooting but they have not released descriptions of the suspects. Sources: WBTV & WSOC-TV