Deadly shooting in Medford

Medford, Ore. — Update 11/22/2017 11:45 P.M.: Medford police are investigating a deadly shooting in a west Medford neighborhood.

Police have confirmed that 23-year-old Christian Barajas died on scene from a gunshot wound. It is believed that Barajas was walking on Chestnut Avenue when the incident occurred.

A suspect has not been identified. Police believe the suspect took off in a dark-colored minivan leaving north of Chestnut Avenue towards Meadows Lane.

Neighbors say they heard two to four shots, then saw police on the scene within a minute.

Police are investigating the case as homicide and are trying to determine if this incident is gang related.

Police are receiving additional assistance from the Jackson County Sheriff’s department, the District Attorney’s office, the Oregon State Police Crime Lab and the county medical examiner.

This is a developing story, stay with NBC5 News for updates throughout the night.

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