URGENT UPDATE: A robbery suspect in Goldsboro, North Carolina, is on the run after allegedly firing 17 shots and stealing just $1 from a local KFC. This shocking incident occurred earlier today, and police are racing against time to apprehend the suspect.
Witnesses reported hearing a barrage of gunfire at approximately 1:30 PM local time. The chaos unfolded as the suspect, armed with a firearm, entered the KFC located on East Ash Street. Eyewitness accounts describe a terrifying scene as employees and customers scrambled for safety amid the gunshots.
According to the Goldsboro Police Department, the suspect fled the scene shortly after the incident, leaving behind a stunned community grappling with the aftermath. Officers are working diligently to gather evidence and are urging anyone with information to come forward.
“This is a serious crime that endangered lives,” stated a police spokesperson. “We are committed to bringing the suspect to justice and ensuring the safety of our community.”
The motive behind the robbery remains unclear, as the suspect took only $1. Authorities are investigating whether this was a targeted act or part of a larger pattern.
Residents of Goldsboro are understandably shaken. Local community members expressed their fears and frustrations over the alarming rise in such incidents. “It’s scary to think that something like this could happen in our neighborhood,” said one local resident.
Police are currently reviewing surveillance footage from the KFC and nearby establishments to identify the suspect. They have also increased patrols in the area to reassure the community while the investigation continues.
As this story develops, authorities are asking for the public’s help. Anyone with information regarding the suspect or the incident is encouraged to contact the Goldsboro Police Department at (919) 580-4210.
Stay tuned for further updates as law enforcement works tirelessly to resolve this urgent situation.
