MEDICAL LAKE, Wash. — Authorities are investigating a shooting in Medical Lake that left a man in serious condition on Thursday morning.
Deputies with the Spokane County Sheriff's Office responded to a report of a shooting in the 800 block of N. Howard Street at about 3:50 a.m. on Thursday, according to SCSO Cpl. Mark Gregory.
The victim had already been taken to the hospital by a private party when deputies arrived, Gregory said. He is in serious condition at last check.
Deputies then contacted a man who admitted he shot the victim, but said he did so in self-defense. He was detained as the investigation continued, according to Gregory.
A woman who appears to be involved in the incident is also being interviewed, Gregory said.
Major Crimes Unit detectives responded to conduct the investigation and process the scene for evidence with the assistance of Spokane County Sheriff’s Office Forensic Unit personnel.
Gregory said no one has been arrested at this time due to conflicting information. However, investigators believe they have contacted everyone involved in the incident.
The shooting does not appear to be random, and there is no apparent threat or danger to the public, Gregory said.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to call Crime Check at 509-456-2233 and reference #10113163.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
