A shooting outside a Walmart in Charlotte’s University City neighborhood left one person critically injured Friday, authorities said, prompting a large police response as investigators worked to sort out what happened. Officials have not released any information about possible suspects or a motive.
According to WCNC, the gunfire broke out outside the Walmart and left one person in critical condition. The outlet reports that, as of its video posting, police had not disclosed any arrests and the investigation remained active.
Police response and tips
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department investigators were on scene collecting evidence and canvassing the area for witnesses, residents told reporters. CMPD is asking anyone who may have seen the shooting or captured it on video to come forward.
Those with information are asked to call CMPD at 704-432-8477 (TIPS) or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 704-334-1600, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department.
Where it happened
The shooting occurred at a Walmart anchored in The Commons at Chancellor Park, a retail center on University City Boulevard not far from UNC Charlotte and I‑85. Listings for the property show a Walmart Supercenter at 8101 University City Boulevard; see The Commons at Chancellor Park for location details. UNC Charlotte’s campus is a short drive away, as reflected in the university’s own UNC Charlotte event and location resources.
Investigators continue to process the scene and are urging anyone with relevant information to contact CMPD. This story will be updated as authorities release additional details.
