Authorities in Millville, New Jersey, are investigating a shooting that occurred today on High Street near the Great Wall business, an incident that left one person injured and sparked a heavy police presence in the area.
According to preliminary reports, officers with the Millville Police Department responded to multiple 911 calls around [time] reporting gunfire in the vicinity of High Street. When units arrived on scene, they discovered a male victim suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Emergency medical personnel provided immediate aid before transporting the victim to a nearby hospital. His current condition has not yet been released.
Witnesses told officers that the gunfire erupted suddenly, causing panic as bystanders ran for cover. Several businesses in the area, including the Great Wall restaurant, were placed on temporary lockdown until police secured the scene.
Detectives and crime scene investigators remained at the location well into the night, placing evidence markers along the street and reviewing surveillance footage from nearby establishments. Officers were also seen canvassing the neighborhood, interviewing witnesses, and searching for potential suspects.
While the motive behind the shooting has not yet been determined, investigators have not ruled out the possibility of a targeted attack. Police have not released a description of any suspect, but they have confirmed that they are actively following leads.
Residents expressed concern about the violence, noting that High Street is usually busy with both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. “We heard the shots and hit the ground,” one witness said. “It was scary because people were just walking by, and suddenly there was chaos.”
Authorities are urging anyone with information or surveillance video from the area to contact the Millville Police Department or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
The investigation remains ongoing, and police expect to release further updates as more details become available.
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