Omar Hardin, an 18-year-old African American male from Gastonia, NC, tragically lost his life on September 2, 2022, in a drive-by shooting. The incident occurred around 9:50 p.m. on North King Street, where Omar and two other individuals, a 19-year-old male and a 27-year-old male, were shot outside a home. Omar was transported to the hospital by ambulance but succumbed to his injuries early the next morning.
The shooting, which left the other two victims with serious injuries, has been
described as a wild homicide. A handgun was found at the scene, and the Gastonia Police Department has been actively investigating the case. However, as of the latest updates, no arrests have been made, and there is no suspect information available.
The community has been deeply affected by this incident, with advocates pleading for an end to the violence that has plagued the area. The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are working to gather more details about what led up to the shooting and the involvement of the individuals involved.
