Man in Salem Park Shooting Dies From Injuries

Two others shot suffered non life-threatening gunshot wounds and remained hospitalized.

One of the victims being removed from the scene for medical transport to the hospital. Salem-News.com photo by Jerry Freeman

(SALEM, Ore.) - Salem Police say one of the victims in the shooting that occurred at Northgate Park on the afternoon of May 26th has died of his gunshot wounds.

21-year old Montez Bailey of Salem died early this morning from the wounds he sustained in the incident.

Salem Police Lt. Dave Okada says Mr. Bailey was sitting on a park bench at the park along with 21-year old Skylar Hyland and 20-year old Cameron Carolino when the suspect walked up, had a brief conversation with them, then fired several gunshots.

"Hyland and Carolino also suffered gunshots wounds that are not life-threatening. They both remained hospitalized with their injuries," Okada said.

"The investigation into this case is continuing. Anybody with information on this case is asked to contact the Salem Police Department at 503-588-6123."

Here is the original report on the shooting: Three Reportedly Shot in Salem Park (VIDEO)