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Beaufort County deputies investigating shots-fired incident

By Jason O. Boyd,

1 day ago

CHOCOWINITY, N.C. (WNCT) — The Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened early on Saturday.

Deputies responded at 2:38 a.m. to the Happy Daze bar at 4203 Hwy 17 South in Chocowinity for a report of shots fired outside of the business. They found a vehicle that was damaged by gunfire and multiple handgun and rifle shell casings on the ground. Officials said those involved fled the area before the deputies arrived.

There were no injuries reported. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Beaufort County Sheriff’s Office at (252) 946-7111. You can also submit tips anonymously by contacting Beaufort County Crime Stoppers at (252) 974-6400 or submit confidential tips online at www.p3tips.com/195.

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