The shooting happened at the Walmart on Glenwood Avenue in Brier Creek. Raleigh police responded to a call shortly before 5:30 p.m.
Officers say one man sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment.
One adult male has transported with what appears to be non-life-threatening injuries. Based on preliminary findings, there’s not an on-going concern for public safety in the area. https://t.co/j02heD2nEB
— Raleigh Police (@raleighpolice) March 12, 2022
Durham Council Member Mark-Anthony Middleton was inside the Walmart at the time of the shooting, He shared updates on social media, writing the store was locked down, and police swept it with long barreled weapons before customers were eventually directed out.
“Aside from any physical injuries we are certainly concerned about innocent people (particularly children) who have been utterly traumatized by this,” Middleton added.
The Raleigh Police Department tweeted shortly after stating that an investigation is underway.
At approximately 5:25 pm, RPD officers responded to a report of a shooting in the parking lot in the 10000 block of Glenwood Avenue. A follow-up investigation is currently underway.
— Raleigh Police (@raleighpolice) March 12, 2022
Police say they do not believe there is any threat to the public, and other stores and restaurants around the shopping center remained open.
There is no more information at this time as police continue to investigate.
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