Police Investigating Two Shootings Overnight in Providence

Police Investigating Two Shootings Overnight in Providence

Providence police are investigating two separate shootings that occurred overnight. 

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Shortly after 11 p.m. on Thursday, Providence police responded to the Shell gas station on Union Avenue for a report of a shooting.

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The victim — a male in his 20s — had non-life threatening gunshot wounds and was taken to Rhode Island Hospital.

He was reportedly driving his vehicle when he was shot. 

Police located his vehicle and found bullet holes in the front hood as well a windshield; shell casings were also found at the scene.

In a separate call, police responded to Rhode Island Hospital shortly after 2 a.m. on Friday morning for a report of another shooting victim - who had gunshot wounds to his feet. 

The victim, a male in his 40s, told police the shooting took place by Hanover and Cranston Streets. 

Police investigated the scene, where they located evidence including blood and shell casings. 

Both incidents are currently under investigation.