Salisbury, North Carolina – Charles William Adams, an 80-year-old resident of Salisbury, tragically lost his life in a shooting incident on August 10th, 2023, at 128 Rowan Mills Road. The authorities responded swiftly to the scene, finding Adams with fatal gunshot wounds. Despite immediate life-saving efforts, he was pronounced dead on-site.
This shocking event also involved a child who was critically injured in the same shooting. The child was initially taken to Novant Hospital before being transferred to another facility for further treatment. The child remains in critical but stable condition.
The Salisbury Police Department has clarified that this was not a random act of violence and reassured the community that no direct threat to the wider population exists. However, the investigation is ongoing, with no suspects currently in custody. Authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward by contacting the Salisbury Police Department at 704-638-5333.
The community has expressed their sorrow and condolences over the loss of Charles William Adams. On Facebook, Robin Stanley Dadowski shared, "Sorry for your family’s loss! Hugs!" while Julie Wilgus also posted her condolences.
The tragic death of Charles William Adams has deeply affected the Salisbury community, leaving many to mourn the loss of a beloved resident.