Marine Veteran Shot, Left for Dead Before Car Stolen – LIVE UPDATES
Crestwood neighborhood A Marine veteran is recovering in the hospital after being shot and left for dead during a violent carjacking police disclosed The attack happened late Sunday night in Crestwood near Watson Road and Grant Drive where officers identified the wounded veteran lying on the ground According to investigators the suspect shot the man before stealing his carriage and fleeing the scene The victim whose identity has not been circulated was rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition Police described the crime as heartless and are urging anyone with information to come forward as the search for the suspect continues Key Facts URGENT Marine veteran located shot and critically injured before suspect stole his car IMPACT Victim hospitalized society outraged at violent attack on veteran OFFICIAL SOURCE This was a heartless crime against someone who served our country Police Chief ACTION Government urge anyone with information or surveillance footage to contact investigators Hyperlocal Impact Precise Location Crestwood neighborhood ZIP Near Watson Road and Grant Drive intersection Population Connection It s devastating to see a veteran treated this way in our town Mark Edwards local business owner Visual Proof Special Angle WHY THIS MATTERS NOW Second armed carjacking in the area this month heightening fears of rising violence DOCUMENTED EVIDENCE Predicament Response IMMEDIATE SUPPORT Veterans Situation Line Dial then press Crime Stoppers - -TIPS OFFICIAL GUIDANCE We are asking residents to stay vigilant and summary suspicious activity promptly Capt Laura Simmons Crestwood Police Department Area Pulse VOTE Should tougher penalties be enacted for crimes targeting veterans Yes protect veterans No treat all crimes equallySound off in comments personnel monitoring feedback Update Log PM Police respond to reports of gunfire near Watson Road PM Marine veteran located shot and left for dead AM Personnel confirm car stolen suspect at large
