On a bustling afternoon at Walmart on Gold Street in Manchester, an altercation between two men escalated to one brandishing a firearm. The incident, which unfolded on February 12, 2026, prompted a quick response from local law enforcement as customers witnessed a dispute that could have taken a dire turn, according to the Manchester Police Department's post.
The victim, who has remained unnamed, described a tense situation where a familiar face confronted him, reportedly becoming hostile. Despite attempts to defuse the confrontation by walking away, the aggressor, who police later identified as 20-year-old Lincoln Tarlue, followed, eventually pulling out a firearm from his waistband. "The victim says he never pointed the gun at him, but rather held it at his side and made threats," detailed the Manchester Police Department.
An officer, already present at the location for an unrelated detail, located and apprehended Tarlue without incident. Upon his arrest, he was found in possession of a firearm—a significant detail given his status as a convicted felon, which adds gravity to the charges he now faces. Charged with Criminal Threatening and the additional charge of Felon in Possession of a Dangerous Weapon, Tarlue is currently held on Preventive Detention.
Local police response to the incident highlights their ongoing commitment to public safety, often averting potential tragedies. While authorities continue to investigate Tarlue's motives and the circumstances of the dispute, the event underscores how violence can emerge in everyday situations. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Manchester Police Department.
