No Charges Filed in Deadly Shooting Outside Food Lion: Wake County District Attorney Clarifies Decision
RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — Wake County District Attorney Lorrin Freeman spoke with ABC11 on Thursday to provide clarity and explain why no charges were being filed in the deadly shooting that took place outside a Food Lion in Raleigh.
The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday, when Steven McLamb, 49, was shot and killed shortly after 5 p.m. in the parking lot of the Greystone Village Shopping Center. The surrounding circumstances initially caused confusion among the public and law enforcement.
However, Freeman assured the public that available video evidence helped shed light on the situation and clarified what truly transpired. “We were fortunate to have access to various video. Also, there were witnesses in the area that were able to give a pretty clear image as to what happened here,” Freeman stated.
According to Freeman, the entire incident originated from an episode of road rage. “Mr. McLamb was the aggressor,” Freeman revealed. “He followed the other individual into the parking lot and upon getting out of his car — approaching her car and attempting to get into her car — she, acting in self-defense, shot and killed him.”
The woman who shot McLamb has no prior criminal history, and it was confirmed that she legally owned the gun she was carrying at the time of the incident. This information further supports the decision not to press charges against her.
As ABC11 continues to track and report on crime and safety in the Raleigh area and neighboring communities, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of understanding the full context in any criminal investigation. In this case, the evidence overwhelmingly pointed to self-defense.
The District Attorney’s clarification regarding the decision not to file charges should provide some closure for the public, as it presents a clear narrative of events leading up to the fatal shooting. The video evidence and eyewitness testimonies offer crucial insights and enable a better understanding of the situation.
Law enforcement and community members must continue to work together to ensure public safety. This incident emphasizes the need for responsible gun ownership and promotes the awareness of self-defense laws.
As the investigation concludes, the community mourns the loss of Steven McLamb and extends its condolences to his family and friends. The aftermath of this incident serves as a somber reminder of the devastating consequences that can result from road rage and impulsive actions.