A statement by the department and an officer on duty this morning confirmed the shooting took place on Maple Street and officers responded shortly after 6:15 p.m.
Officers responded to the area but did not find anyone.
Several people reported hearing the shots. Approximately 20 minutes later officers received a call from the hospital of treatment of a gunshot victim who had a wound to the hand and was treated and released.
An official with the police department authorized to comment was not immediately available as of this report.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444 or the police department at 252-536-3136.
Callers may report information anonymously.
