Solomon Gebrezgi, a 24-year-old male from Charlotte, North Carolina, was tragically shot and killed on September 28, 2015, in Kannapolis, North Carolina. The incident occurred at the Cabarrus Arms Apartments off Richard Avenue. Police received a 911 call about the shooting just after 6 p.m. When officers arrived at the scene, they learned that Solomon Gebrezgi had been taken from the scene in a vehicle. A short time later, the vehicle was found on South Main Street near Briarcliff Drive with Solomon Gebrezgi inside. He was rushed to Carolinas Medical Center-Northeast, where he later died.
The investigation into Solomon Gebrezgi's death led to the issuance of arrest warrants for two men: Chay Johnson, 25, and Oscar Leonard Jarmon, 20, both of Kannapolis. They were charged with first-degree murder, attempted robbery with a dangerous weapon, and discharging a weapon into an occupied vehicle. Chay Johnson was arrested without incident on Tuesday afternoon following the shooting. The Kannapolis police continued their investigation to locate additional persons of interest involved in the case, indicating that it was still an ongoing investigation.
The tragic death of Solomon Gebrezgi, a young man with his whole life ahead of him, left a significant impact on the community. The charges against Chay Johnson and Oscar Leonard Jarmon highlighted the severity of the crime and the efforts of law enforcement to bring justice to the victim and his family. The case underscored the importance of community safety and the need for continued vigilance in addressing violent crimes.
