19-Year-Old Chauncory Farmer Identified as Victim killed in Southeast Charlotte Shooting

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police have identified 19-year-old Chauncory Farmer as the victim killed in a shooting that took place in southeast Charlotte in the early hours of Sunday, September 15. The tragic incident left one dead and two others seriously injured, with police still investigating the circumstances.

The shooting occurred at around 1:15 a.m. in the 1600 block of Hollow Drive, near Monroe Road. Authorities reported that the residence where the shooting took place had been rented for an event. When officers arrived at the scene, they found three people suffering from gunshot wounds. All three were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Despite efforts to save him, Farmer succumbed to his injuries shortly after arriving at the hospital. The other two victims, who also sustained life-threatening injuries, remain hospitalized. Police have not provided an update on their condition, nor have they released their identities at this time.

The investigation into the shooting is still ongoing, and no arrests have been made. Investigators are working to determine whether the shooting was related to the event being held at the residence or if other factors were involved. Authorities have yet to release information about a possible motive or suspect.

This shooting is one of several violent incidents in the Charlotte area in recent months, contributing to growing concerns about rising gun violence in the city. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department is urging anyone with information to come forward. Community members can contact the Homicide Unit directly at 704-432-TIPS (8477) or submit anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.

As the investigation continues, Chauncory Farmer’s family and friends are left grieving the sudden and senseless loss of their loved one. Police are hopeful that information from the public will help bring justice to the victims and their families as they seek to hold those responsible accountable.