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Investigation continues into Aug. 18 drive-by

The Crowley Police Department is continuing to investigate a drive-by shooting that occurred in the 300 block of North Western Avenue.
The incident occurred at about 2 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 18.
According to investigators, witnesses reported that occupants of a car travelling along Western Avenue fired several times at another car, striking the second car at least once. That car was later found at a different location.
The unknown suspect(s) fired multiple rounds into several homes and vehicles in the area, according to police reports.
A juvenile inside one of the homes was shot while she was sleeping. The victim was transported to a local hospital where she received treatment for her injuries.
It is believed she was not the intended target.
Anyone with any information regarding this crime is urged to call the tips line at 789-TIPS / 789-8477 or download the P3 app on a mobile device to report tips anonymously.
All callers will remain anonymous and can receive up to a $1,000 cash reward for information leading to an arrest in this case.

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