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A shooting incident during Concord’s annual Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony in North Carolina left four people injured, causing panic among attendees. Videos circulating online captured the sound of gunfire and people fleeing for safety. Police immediately sealed the area and launched an investigation, though the shooter remains unidentified.
Gunfire Sparks Panic During Concord Celebration
Washington DC: A sudden gunfire erupted during the 28th annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Concord, North Carolina, USA, creating panic. Four people were injured in the incident that occurred on Friday evening. As soon as the gunfire began, hundreds of people present panicked and ran for safety.
Videos circulating on social media clearly show gunfire and screams. The video shows panicked people running away from the stage and tree lighting area, while children and families can be seen holding each other in fear.
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Upon receiving information about the incident, Concord police immediately arrived at the scene and completely cordoned off the area near Church Street and Cabarrus Avenue. Security forces have sealed off the surrounding area with crime scene tape to prevent any evidence from being tampered with.
It is not yet clear who fired the shots and whether there was a premeditated motive. Police have stated that the investigation is ongoing and they are pursuing leads in all directions.
Concord Police Major Patrick Tierney stated at a press conference that the shooting occurred around 7:30 p.m. on Union Street near Corbin Avenue. This location was just steps away from the main event site, so panic quickly spread among the crowd.
Tierney stated that four people were taken to the hospital after receiving first aid, where their condition is being monitored. No fatalities have been reported at this time.
The Concord administration has canceled other Christmas events in the city following the incident. However, the city's Christmas parade, scheduled for Saturday, November 22nd, has not been canceled. The administration stated that a final decision will be made after a security assessment.
Police have urged citizens with information, video, or any clues related to the incident to contact the Concord Police Department at (704) 920-5027.
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This is the second mass shooting in the United States in November 2025. On November 15th, 11-year-old Jacob Adams was shot and killed during a street dispute in Henderson, Nevada.
More than 350 mass shootings have occurred in the United States so far in 2025, claiming the lives of at least 316 people. The increasing violence has raised concerns among security agencies and the government.
