Sunday morning, June 1. Authorities responded to the scene on Walnut Acres Drive around 12:45 a.m., according to the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office.
Roughly 100 people, including children, were attending a pool party when multiple shots were fired. The shooting occurred outside and involved
both the front and back yards of the residence. The scene extended to a nearby yard, making it a large and active investigation area.
One person died, another is in critical condition, and several others remain hospitalized. Officials have confirmed that multipl
e firearms were used, but no suspects have been identified yet, and no arrests have been made.
The investigation is ongoing, with support from the State Bureau of Investigation and local law enforcement. Anyone with information is urged
to contact the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office at 828-464-3112. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time.
