Fatal Shooting: Victim Dead on Arrival, Suspect Identified

March 13, 2026 | Hickory, NC

Authorities responded Friday evening to a shooting in Hickory where a person was fatally wounded and declared dead at the scene. The incident occurred around 9:18 p.m. on March 13. Emergency personnel confirmed the victim was dead on arrival. Law enforcement officials have identified a known suspect, but no further details have been disclosed as the investigation continues.

Units are On Scene of a person that was shot, confirmed Dead on Arrival at scene, suspect known

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