Crime
21-year-old Garrett Elliott killed in Fayetteville shooting

Fayetteville, NC – A 21-year-old man was fatally shot in broad daylight on Sunday afternoon, according to the Fayetteville Police Department (FPD).
Authorities reported that the incident occurred at approximately 4:00 p.m. in the 2200 block of Stanton Street.
Upon receiving reports of gunfire, officers promptly responded to the scene, where they discovered an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
Emergency medical personnel arrived and provided immediate life-saving measures before transporting the victim to Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.
Despite their efforts, the victim succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased at the hospital.
The victim has been identified as Garrett Elliott, 21, of Fayetteville.
Police confirmed that his next of kin have been notified.
The Fayetteville Police Department has not released any information regarding potential suspects or motives at this time.
The investigation remains ongoing as detectives work to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this incident to come forward. Individuals can contact Detective J. Smith with the Fayetteville Police Department at (910) 433-1851. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Crime Stoppers at (910) 483-TIPS (8477) or online at fay-nccrimestoppers.org.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
Crime
Monroe Police Investigate Shooting at Hibbett Sports

Monroe, LA – The Monroe Police Department (MPD) is actively investigating a shooting incident that took place on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Hibbett Sports, located in the 2700 block of Louisville Avenue.
Authorities responded to reports of gunfire at approximately 3:00 p.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered two adult victims suffering from gunshot wounds.
Both individuals sustained non-life-threatening injuries and received immediate medical attention at the scene before being transported to a local hospital for further treatment.
Preliminary investigations indicate that the altercation originated as a dispute over shoes inside a nearby shopping mall.
The conflict escalated and spilled over into the Hibbett Sports store, where shots were fired.
Investigators have determined that this was not a random act of violence.
According to police, the individuals involved were known to each other, and the shooting stemmed from a physical altercation inside the store.
MPD detectives are actively reviewing surveillance footage, gathering evidence, and interviewing witnesses to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the shooting to contact the Monroe Police Department or submit anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.
This remains a developing story, and further updates will be provided as more details emerge.