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18-year-old shot dead in Kannapolis, police say – WSOC TV

KANNAPOLIS, NC — A young man was found dead after being shot in Kannapolis Tuesday night, police told Channel 9.

Investigators said they received a call about shots fired near Caribbean Court around 11:45 p.m. Tuesday. When officers arrived, they found an 18-year-old man dead after being shot.

According to police, another victim was found and taken to hospital with “life-threatening injuries.” It is unclear whether the second person was shot.

Kannapolis police identified the 18-year-old victim as Damien Carter Senesaynho.

Police did not provide any information about what might have led to the shooting, but investigators said it was an “isolated incident” and posed no threat to the public.

Channel 9 is working to find out more details. Check back later for updates.

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