Providence Police Respond to Report of Man Shot in Head

Providence Police Respond to Report of Man Shot in Head

Providence police responded to Rhode Island Hospital Thursday afternoon for a report of a man shot in the head. 

According to the police union, the victim is 21 years old.

The shooting comes after a fatal stabbing that occurred earlier on Thursday at Providence Place Mall 

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Police sources tell GoLocal the injuries do not appear life-threatening.

An investigation is underway.

Police said they could not say as of Thursday afternoon if the two incidents were related.