Police investigate Friday night shooting in Winchester

Winchester Police responded to a shooting late Friday night at a North Braddock Street home.

WINCHESTER—Officials are investigating a Friday night shooting in the City that sent a woman to the hospital. 

Winchester Police Department Crime Prevention Specialist Jennifer Hall said in a written statement that the shooting occurred just before 11:00 p.m. on Friday, in the 900 block of N. Braddock St. Witnesses said a man kicked in the back door to a home and fired shots. 

A 36-year-old woman was shot in the shoulder, Hall said.  The victim was transported to Winchester Medical Center with injuries that are believed to be non-life-threatening.  A 36-year-old man in the home suffered facial injuries, but declined medical treatment. Two other people inside the home were not injured, Hall said.

The suspect is described as a Hispanic male in his 30’s.  He may have left the scene in a white or silver Mercury Sable.  At this time, a motive for the shooting is unclear. 

The written statement said detectives are actively working the case and ask that anyone with information regarding a possible suspect or a suspect vehicle contact the Winchester Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division at (540) 545-4704, or Crime Solvers at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477).

Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000.