Nighttime gunfire at a northwest Charlotte Walmart left one person hurt and sent officers racing to the scene, according to police.
The shooting happened around 9:30 p.m. at the Walmart on Callabridge Court, where Charlotte-Mecklenburg police say one person was shot and taken for treatment with non-life-threatening injuries. Investigators remained at the store late into the night. Officers did not immediately say whether anyone had been arrested.
Police: One Hurt, No Arrests Reported
According to WCNC, Charlotte-Mecklenburg police said the cause of the shooting was still unknown. Detectives were working to identify witnesses and any possible suspects as they pieced together what led up to the gunfire.
Where It Happened
The incident took place at the Walmart Supercenter at 9820 Callabridge Court in northwest Charlotte. The store listing on Walmart confirms the address and notes it as one of the chain's Charlotte-area supercenters.
Investigators Ask for Tips
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is asking anyone who may have seen the shooting, heard anything suspicious, or captured video to contact investigators. Per the department's newsroom, tips can be called in to 704-432-8477 (TIPS) or submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
Context: Other Walmart Incidents and Northwest Charlotte Violence
The case adds to a string of violent incidents near Charlotte retail hubs. In March, a shooting outside a University City Walmart left one person critically hurt, according to Gunfire Erupts Outside University City Walmart. Earlier this year, northwest Charlotte also saw fatal shootings, as reported by WBTV, underscoring ongoing concerns about gun violence in the area.
Police say the investigation at the Callabridge Court Walmart is active and that more information will be released as it becomes available. Anyone with details is urged to contact the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department using the tip line listed above.
