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Police release images of SUV involved in string of Halloween BB gun shootings

PRE News & Ideas | By Annette Weston

Published November 9, 2023 at 6:12 AM EST

Jacksonville police have released two photos of the suspected vehicle in the pellet/BB gun shootings on Halloween.

Police said the shootings took place between 8:45 and 9:30 p.m. in the areas of Brynn Marr, Ashley Park Apartments and the Jacksonville Mall.

Investigators believe four males were in a dark-colored SUV, possibly a Ford Explorer or Chevrolet Suburban, and the BB gun was described as a rifle with a red laser attachment.

Jacksonville Police said the shootings took place between 8:45 and 9:30 p.m. on Halloween in the areas of Brynn Marr, Ashley Park Apartments and the Jacksonville Mall.

Anyone with additional information is asked to contact Jacksonville Police or Crimestoppers.

Annette Weston

Annette is originally a Midwest gal, born and raised in Michigan, but with career stops in many surrounding states, the Pacific Northwest, and various parts of the southeast. An award-winning journalist and mother of four, Annette moved to eastern North Carolina in 2019 to be closer to family – in particular, her two young grandchildren. It’s possible that a -27 day with a -68 windchill in Minnesota may have also played a role in that decision. In her spare time, Annette does a lot of kiddo cuddling, reading, and producing the coolest Halloween costumes anyone has ever seen. She has also worked as a diversity and inclusion facilitator serving school districts and large corporations. It’s the people that make this beautiful area special, and she wants to share those stories that touch the hearts of others. If you have a story idea to share, please reach out by email to westona@cravencc.edu.

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