WILMINGTON, NC—On Thursday, Nov. 12, New Hanover County Sheriff’s deputies were called to the Monkey Junction Walmart shortly after 4 p.m. after gunshots were fired. A 17-year-old teen suffered injuries and passed away at the hospital, according to the NHCSO press release.
910-798-4162. (Port City Daily/Courtesy New Hanover County Sheriffs Office)
An investigation has been opened into the shooting and the sheriff’s office asks for the public’s help garnering information. They’ve released a photo of a car of interest, which may have a 30-day tag.
Anyone with information should contact 910-798-4162 or https://www.newhanoversheriff.com/submit-a-crime-tip/.
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