Crime
One Person Shot at Walmart in Roanoke Rapids
ROANOKE RAPIDS, N.C. — Authorities are investigating a shooting that occurred Tuesday at the Walmart located at 251 Premier Boulevard in Roanoke Rapids.
According to initial reports, at least one individual sustained a gunshot wound during the incident.
Emergency services responded to the scene, and the victim’s condition has not yet been publicly disclosed.
Law enforcement is urging the public to avoid the Walmart store and the surrounding shopping complex as the investigation remains active.
The area has been secured by responding officers, and additional details regarding the circumstances of the shooting or any potential suspect have not yet been released.
Authorities are expected to provide further updates as the situation develops.
PRINCE GEORGE’S COUNTY, Md. — Authorities are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred at the MGM National Harbor Hotel and Casino, leaving one man dead and another injured. Prince George’s County Police confirmed the fatality in a statement released on social media.
According to investigators, two adult men were struck by gunfire during the incident.
One victim was pronounced dead as a result of his injuries.
The second victim sustained a non-life-threatening injury after a bullet grazed him and was treated at the scene or a nearby medical facility.
Police stated that the suspect fled the location immediately after the shooting and remains at large.
At this time, officials have not released information regarding what led up to the incident. However, investigators emphasized that preliminary findings suggest the shooting was not a random act of violence.
The investigation remains active, and authorities have not yet disclosed the identities of the victims or provided a suspect description.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact Prince George’s County Police as the search for the shooter continues.