Shawn E. Mitchell Jr., a 26-year-old African American male from Winston-Salem, NC, tragically lost his life on March 10, 2019, in High Point, NC. According to the High Point police, Mitchell was pronounced dead at the scene after suffering a gunshot wound to the head. The incident occurred early Sunday morning, and two women were also injured in the shooting.
The suspect in the case, Terrence T. Sparks, a 29-year-old male from High Point, was wanted on one count of first-degree murder, two counts of attempted murder, two counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, and one count of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Sparks was described as armed and dangerous, and police urged anyone with information to contact them immediately.
The shooting incident reportedly began with a fight at a gas station on Lake Avenue. The altercation escalated, and at some point during the fight, Sparks allegedly pulled out a gun and shot Mitchell and the two women. The women, aged 25 and 22, were treated for their injuries at local hospitals.
The investigation into Mitchell's death was ongoing, and police were actively searching for Sparks. The case drew significant attention from the community, and authorities were determined to bring the suspect to justice.
