2 suspects in custody after shooting near Smoot Park; 1 suspect shot, N. Wilkesboro police say
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2 suspects in custody after shooting near Smoot Park; 1 suspect shot, N. Wilkesboro police say
Updated: 7:36 PM EDT Mar 29, 2026
Two suspects are in custody after a shooting near Smoot Park, North Wilkesboro police said. Just before 3 p.m., officers responded to the area of Chestnut Street near the park. Chief Mathis told WXII that two suspects are in custody. He said one of the suspects was shot and is receiving treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. Their identities have not been released.There is no word yet on what led to the shooting, and officers are still investigating.A small section of Chestnut Street remains closed, but the park is open. Police said there is no further danger to the public.This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
NORTH WILKESBORO, N.C. —
Two suspects are in custody after a shooting near Smoot Park, North Wilkesboro police said.
Just before 3 p.m., officers responded to the area of Chestnut Street near the park. Chief Mathis told WXII that two suspects are in custody. He said one of the suspects was shot and is receiving treatment for non-life-threatening injuries. Their identities have not been released.
There is no word yet on what led to the shooting, and officers are still investigating.
A small section of Chestnut Street remains closed, but the park is open. Police said there is no further danger to the public.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.