Four injured during North Carolina tree lighting ceremony shooting

Authorities are investigating a shooting that injured four people during a tree lighting ceremony in Concord, North Carolina. The incident occurred on Union Street S around 7:30 p.m. on Friday night. This annual event, which attracts many local residents, experienced a sudden outbreak of violence that left attendees in shock.

Details of the Incident

The shooting was not random, as it involved two suspects known to each other, according to the Concord Police Department. Although a motive has not been disclosed, it quickly escalated into a chaotic scene.

Injuries and Responses

• Four individuals sustained injuries, with three of them in critical condition.
• Medical personnel from Concord police, fire department, and Cabarrus County EMS were on site and provided prompt medical aid.
• All injured parties were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Among the victims were two 17-year-olds, one of whom was critically injured but later discharged from the hospital. The suspects involved include 18-year-old Nasir Ahmad Bostic and a minor whose identity remains undisclosed.

Legal Actions Taken

Warrants for Bostic’s arrest have been issued, charging him with serious offenses, including assault with a deadly weapon and inciting a riot. Bostic will be apprehended upon his release from medical care. The second suspect, being a minor, is subject to privacy laws, preventing the disclosure of their identity but is also facing charges.

Additionally, a third suspect, 17-year-old Keyvyonn Rayshaund Bostic, has been charged as an adult for accessory after the fact and inciting a riot. He was arrested shortly after the incident, and reports indicate he did not suffer any injuries.

Community Reaction

Following the violence, Concord Police Chief Jimmy Hughes expressed his disappointment, stating that the night of celebration had been marred by unnecessary violence. Mayor Bill Dusch affirmed the resilience of the community, declaring that the city’s 97th Christmas parade would proceed as planned. He expressed understanding for families that may choose to stay home in light of recent events.

The Concord community is encouraged to share any videos or photographs from the event to aid the ongoing investigation. City leaders continue to reassure residents that their safety is a priority as they navigate these troubling circumstances.