CENTRAL FALLS – The Central Falls Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that took place on Washington Street near Chestnut Street.

The incident was reported to police on Saturday night at approximately 11 p.m.. When officers arrived, they found two victims, a male and a female, had been shot. The female was pronounced dead on scene, and the male was transported to an area hospital with life-threatening injuries.

The incident was not random, said police, and the individuals appear to have been targeted. At this time, they said, there is no threat to the public.

"The department will not be releasing any further information regarding the case at this time, and we cannot provide the names of victims until proper notification is made to next of kin," stated a news release.

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