Fayetteville death investigation | Woman dies from gunshot on Christmas eve in Robins Meadow Transitional Housing community [Video]

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) — A shooting in Fayetteville left one woman dead.

It happened Christmas Eve just before midnight at a housing building along Candleberry Court, according to the Fayetteville Police Department. Officers discovered a woman dead from a gunshot wound. Detectives with the Fayetteville Police Department are investigating the shooting.

In a statement, Cumberland County officials confirm the shooting happened at Robins Meadow Transitional Housing community. They added that as a precautionary measure for the safety and security of everyone at the home and staff, visitor access is on hold until further notice.

“The County extends heartfelt condolences to the victim’s family and loved ones, and stands in support of the Robins Meadow community as they grieve the loss of their neighbor. We are devastated by this tragic event. Our primary focus is supporting the ongoing investigation and ensuring the safety of all individuals at Robins Meadow,” said Chief of Staff and Interim Community Development Director Tye Vaught Wednesday in a …