CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A 19-year-old man was apprehended in connection with a mass shooting incident at Romare Bearden Park in Uptown Charlotte on New Year’s Eve. The suspect, Daevion Crawford, opened fire at the park, injuring five people. The shooting occurred during a fireworks display, when thousands of families were gathered in the area.
Following the shooting, heavy police presence was observed at the crime scene, with the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department responding to the incident. Crawford, who had no prior criminal history, was taken into custody by law enforcement.
The motive behind the shooting is currently under investigation, and details regarding Crawford’s intentions have not been disclosed. According to reports, the victims of the shooting included four women and one man, all of whom are now in stable condition. Crawford has been charged with one count of going armed to terrorize the public and five counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to murder. A bond of $750,000 has been set for his release.
Video footage of the incident shows families fleeing for safety as the shooting unfolded, sparking outrage online. The use of video technology played a key role in identifying Crawford as the suspect. He used a 45-caliber pistol to carry out the shooting.
In response to the shooting, the community has expressed concern and is calling for increased safety measures in public spaces. The incident has raised questions about the need for stricter gun control laws and heightened security at public events, prompting discussions about how to prevent similar tragedies in the future.