Salem Police were called to a residence on Polo Court Southeast Tuesday on a report of a possible shooting.
When officers arrived they located a woman who was injured. She directed officers inside a residence where a male was found deceased from an apparent gunshot wound.
The woman was transported to Salem Health for treatment of her non-life threatening injuries.
Based on the preliminary investigation police do not believe the public is in danger.
Police have not released any names or information about what lead to the shooting. The investigation continues.