BOONE, N.C. — A man was killed in a road rage shooting in Boone Friday afternoon, police said.
There has been a reported shooting near Bojangles on Highway 321. The public is not in immediate danger. Police are at the scene currently, and traffic will be heavy in that area for roughly an hour. We encourage the public to take alternate routes during this time.
— Town of Boone NC Official (@town_boone) August 11, 2023
It happened around 2:30 p.m. near a Bojangles on Blowing Rock Boulevard (Highway 321), near Highway 221 North.
The Boone Police Department Chief told Channel 9′s Dave Faherty the man who was shot and had life-threatening injuries. He was taken to the hospital where he died from his injuries.
On Monday, police identified the man as Justin Wayne Newberry, 38.
The chief said the shooting stemmed from a road rage incident. At this point, police said the shooter is cooperating with law enforcement.
Police said the public is not in any immediate danger.
Blowing Rock Road was closed for about an hour while detectives with the Boone Police Department processed the scene.
“We are saddened that this terrible situation has happened in Boone,” Chief Andy Le Beau said in a statement. “We extend our condolences to the family and friends of Justin Newberry. This is a very serious investigation, and we are working with our prosecutor’s office to get them the information they need. As our investigators work to process evidence and interview witnesses, we are unraveling the details of this situation. We will consult with our District Attorney, Seth Banks, regarding potential criminal charges as soon as possible. This teamwork is crucial in assuring a fair, thorough and impartial investigation. We will update the community as soon as possible with further details.”
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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