UPDATE: A dramatic police chase unfolded in Enfield, North Carolina, as officers apprehended a man with a stolen firearm following a shootout late Saturday night. The incident occurred around 9:25 PM at the Big Moes #2 gas station located at 115 N McDaniel St.
Authorities reported hearing gunfire while patrolling the area, prompting a swift response from three officers, including Enfield Police Chief Jerry Shoemaker. Witnesses described the chaotic scene as a man fled from a white vehicle riddled with bullet holes.
Police confirmed that Terrence A. Richardson, 22, of Enfield, was captured after a foot chase. Officers recovered a stolen Palmetto PA-15 rifle during the incident. Richardson faces multiple charges, including felony possession of a stolen firearm, going armed to the terror of the people, resisting a public officer, and carrying a concealed gun.
The Enfield Police Department has stated that additional charges are expected against other individuals involved in the incident. The investigation remains ongoing, with officers working diligently to ensure community safety.
This incident highlights the urgent need for vigilance in local neighborhoods, as gun violence continues to pose significant risks. The police urge anyone with information related to this case to come forward.
Stay tuned for further updates as authorities continue to investigate this shocking event in Halifax County.
