Woman fatally shot at ‘large late‑night car meet’ in industrial park, CMPD says
A woman has died two days after being shot at a gathering of car enthusiasts in west Charlotte, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg police.
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It happened Saturday “during a large late‑night car meet” in the Air Park West industrial park, near the intersection of Interstates 85 and 485.
“Officers responded to an assault with a deadly weapon call for service in the 8800 block of Air Park West Drive (and) located a victim who sustained an apparent gunshot wound,” CMPD said in an Aug. 11 news release.
“MEDIC transported the victim to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. On Monday, Aug. 10, the victim, Britany Hill, 34, succumbed to her injuries.”
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Details of a suspect and motive have not released.
Car meets are “an informal gathering of car enthusiasts who come together to showcase their vehicles, share experiences, and connect with like-minded individuals,” according to Rideology.com. “It typically takes place in parking lots, parks, or other open spaces,” the site says.
Anyone with information in the shooting is asked to call the CMPD Homicide Unit at 704‑432‑8477 (TIPS) and speak directly to a detective. Anonymous tips can be offered through Charlotte Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
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