US: Police continue to advise residents of parts of eastern Raleigh, N.C., to remain indoors amid investigation into active shooting Oct. 13 /update 1

Event

Police are continuing to advise residents of parts of eastern Raleigh, North Carolina, to remain indoors amid their response to an active shooting incident in the area Oct. 13. The shooting incident, which was first reported in the area of the Neuse River Greenway near Osprey Cove Drive and Bay Harbor Drive, has killed at least one person; unconfirmed reports indicate that the shooting has killed multiple people. Authorities also claim that at least three people were transported to a hospital in connection with the shooting. Officials will likely update the casualty count over the coming hours.

Police have instructed residents of the Hedingham neighborhood and those in the area of McConnell Oliver Drive, Tarheel Club Drive, and Old Milburnie Road to remain indoors. Authorities have also advised motorists to avoid the area of McConnell Oliver Drive, Tarheel Club Drive, and Old Milburnie Road and seek alternative routes. Police did not immediately confirm further information regarding the incident.

Lingering heightened security and transport disruptions are likely in the affected areas of eastern Raleigh over the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the affected areas of eastern Raleigh until police give the all-clear. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent any related transport disruptions. Remain vigilant if operating in eastern Raleigh Oct. 13. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.