The Elizabeth City Police Department is actively searching for a suspect in connection with a weekend shooting that left one man injured. Authorities have identified the victim as 39-year-old Dominic Townes, who was shot on Saturday morning in the 1400 block of Walkers Avenue in Elizabeth City, North Carolina.
Police have issued an arrest warrant for 24-year-old Malik Harrell, who is wanted on charges of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. Investigators have not yet disclosed further details regarding the circumstances leading up to the shooting or any possible motive. The extent of Townes’ injuries and his current medical condition have also not been released.
Law enforcement officials are urging anyone with information on Malik Harrell’s whereabouts to contact 911 immediately. The police have not stated whether Harrell is considered armed and dangerous, but given the nature of the charges, authorities advise the public to exercise caution and report any sightings or relevant information to law enforcement.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and the Elizabeth City Police Department is working to gather more details about the incident. Authorities may release additional updates as the case progresses.
