Crime
Heavy police presence at Target in Fayetteville after reports of shooting
The Target store, located on Skibo Rd has been placed under lockdown.
An incident at the Target store on Skibo Road in Fayetteville, North Carolina, caused widespread alarm this evening, initially sparking social media reports of an “active shooter.”
Authorities have since clarified that the situation stemmed from a large fight that escalated near the store’s entrance in the parking lot.
The altercation led to the activation of the store’s emergency alarm system, triggering chaos inside.
Witnesses reported hundreds of shoppers rushing toward the back of the store for safety, while others exited through emergency doors at the rear of the building.
The Target location was immediately placed on lockdown, with no entry or exit permitted except for law enforcement officials.
A heavy police presence was observed at the scene, as officers worked to secure the area and assess the situation.
Multiple individuals were reportedly detained in a nearby neighborhood behind the Michaelโs store, located across the street from Target.
Authorities are investigating whether those detained were involved in the altercation.
The incident caused significant concern among holiday shoppers, many of whom were present at the store during the busy season.
While initial reports of gunfire heightened fears, authorities have not yet confirmed any injuries or additional information regarding suspects or motives.
Law enforcement continues to investigate the situation and has urged residents to avoid the area until further notice.
Updates will be provided as more details become available.
For information or to provide tips, please contact the Fayetteville Police Department.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. โ Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.