Tillmon Patrick Hardy, a 22-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on October 11, 2020, in Greenville, North Carolina. The incident occurred shortly after 10:30 AM when Greenville Police Department responded to a reported shooting at 1232 Holden Drive. Upon arrival, first responders found Tillmon Patrick Hardy suffering from a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, was taken into police custody shortly after the incident. According to the suspect's statement, he was retrieving mail in the parking lot when he was allegedly attacked by Hardy. The suspect claimed that he attempted to flee, but Hardy continued to pursue him. In response, the suspect, who was openly carrying a firearm, fired two warning shots before ultimately shooting Hardy.
The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, with forensic evidence recovered at the scene supporting the suspect's account of the events. The GPD has stated that there is no ongoing threat to the community. As of now, no further information has been released regarding any potential litigations, murder charges, or law cases related to the death of Tillmon Patrick Hardy.
