Princeton Police Department releases statement on Saturday’s fatal shooting

PRINCETON, WV (WVNS) – On Wednesday, June 12th, Princeton Police Department released a statement about the deadly shooting on Kee Street on Saturday.

Police Chief Tim Gray told 59News the investigation is still active.

Investigators said the victim, Shaileshbhai Patel, was shot in the chest.

Officers called for medical help from the Princeton Rescue Squad and Princeton Fire Department.

Chief Gray said the investigation is progressing thanks to help from the community.

“I do want to thank the neighborhood for all help they have given us during this time. We do have a couple leads that we are still working,” said Chief Gray to 59News.

Patel was sent to the West Virginia State Medical Examiner’s Officer for an autopsy.

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