Guadalupe F. Rosas, a 59-year-old woman of Mexican ethnicity, tragically lost her life on May 30, 2010, in Apex, North Carolina. She was a cashier at the Super Target in Apex when she was shot to death by an ex-boyfriend. The shooter, whose name was not released by authorities pending notification of his family, then took his own life when confronted by police.
The incident occurred around 11:35 a.m., and the store was evacuated with nearby businesses placed on lockdown.
Witnesses described the chaotic scene, with more than 150 people fleeing the store in panic. Some individuals suffered minor injuries while trying to escape, including one person who sustained a bone fracture. The shooter and Rosas had been in a relationship that ended in 2005, but they had remained in contact since then. Rosas had been working at Target for about two years and is survived by a daughter and two grandchildren.
The police conducted interviews with approximately 40 witnesses who had taken refuge in a nearby Lowe's store. The investigation revealed that the shooter had entered the store with a handgun and opened fire, causing Rosas to fall to the ground. The shooter then ordered everyone to leave the store before turning the weapon on himself when police arrived.
The tragic event deeply affected the community, with Target releasing a statement expressing their sorrow over the loss of their team member and their cooperation with law enforcement in the investigation. The store remained closed for the rest of the day, and the investigation continued with authorities urging anyone who had left the store before the police arrived to come forward with any information.
This heartbreaking incident highlights the devastating impact of domestic violence and the importance of community support and vigilance in preventing such tragedies.
