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 revealed The attack happened late Sunday night in Crestwood near Watson Road and Grant Drive where officers uncovered the wounded veteran lying on the ground According to investigators the suspect shot the man before stealing his automobile 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 LATEST Marine veteran located shot and critically injured before suspect stole his car IMPACT Victim hospitalized locality outraged at violent attack on veteran OFFICIAL SOURCE This was a heartless crime against someone who served our country Police Chief ACTION Executives urge anyone with information or surveillance footage to contact investigators Hyperlocal Impact Precise Location Crestwood neighborhood ZIP Near Watson Road and Grant Drive intersection Locality Connection It s devastating to see a veteran treated this way in our town Mark Edwards local business owner Visual Proof Sole Angle WHY THIS MATTERS NOW Second armed carjacking in the area this month heightening fears of rising violence DOCUMENTED EVIDENCE Problem Response IMMEDIATE TOOLS Veterans Dilemma Line Dial then press Crime Stoppers - -TIPS OFFICIAL GUIDANCE We are asking residents to stay vigilant and account suspicious activity instantly Capt Laura Simmons Crestwood Police Department Society Pulse VOTE Should tougher penalties be enacted for crimes targeting veterans Yes protect veterans No treat all crimes equallySound off in comments functionaries monitoring feedback Update Log PM Police respond to reports of gunfire near Watson Road PM Marine veteran located shot and left for dead AM Executives confirm car stolen suspect at large