ST. ALBANS — At approximately 2:15 p.m. on Sept. 19, the St. Albans Police Department responded to a 911 call reporting a shooting incident on Main Street.
Upon arrival, a joint response team consisting of St. Albans Police Department officers, AmCare Rescue, St. Albans Fire Department, and Franklin County Sheriff’s Department deputies secured the scene.
The initial investigation revealed that while a firearm had been discharged within a residence, no one had been shot.
A person inside the residence was found to have sustained injuries from a related assault.
Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation into the incident, which remains active and ongoing.
The police have not released any additional information at this time.
The St. Albans Police Department encourages anyone with details regarding this incident or other criminal activities to come forward.
Information can be shared by calling (802) 524-2166, visiting their website at www.stalbanspd.com, or through their social media pages on Facebook and Twitter.
Individuals wishing to provide tips anonymously may do so by accessing the St. Albans Police Department website and clicking on the cell phone icon to submit their information confidentially.
The police department has issued a reminder that it does not have authority over bail or incarceration decisions.
These matters are solely within the purview of the Judicial System, including judges, court clerks, and the State Attorney’s Office.
