Syracuse Police Investigate Pair Of Shootings On Cortland Avenue


Syracuse are looking for a suspect in a pair of shootings on Cortland Avenue Thursday afternoon.

When officers arrived at the scene at 5pm in response to a shots-fired call, they learned a 22-year-old female was at Crouse Hospital with a gunshot wound in her shoulder.  Shortly after, those officers were told that a 29-year-old male was at Upstate Hospital with gunshot wounds to his arm and leg.  Police say neither victim's injuries appear to be serious.  Witnesses at the scene reported a black male in dark clothing was firing shots in the area and fled in a minivan occupied by other males. 

Police are asking anyone with information about this incident to contact their Criminal Investigations Division at 315-442-5222.  Calls will remain confidential.  Anonymous tips can also be submitted using the "SPD Tips" smartphone app.


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