A late-night house party in Mountain View, a typically quiet neighborhood near Hickory, North Carolina, turned deadly early Sunday morning, June 1. One person was killed and eleven others injured after gunfire erupted during the gathering.
The Catawba County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of shots fired at around 12:45 a.m. on Walnut Acres Drive. The party, which drew an estimated 100 attendees—including minors—was being held at a home with a pool and spread into both the front and back yards. The violence also spilled over into a neighboring property, creating a large and active crime scene.
Authorities have confirmed that multiple firearms were used in the shooting. One individual was pronounced dead, another remains in critical condition, and several others are still hospitalized. As of now, no suspects have been identified and no arrests have been made.
The investigation is ongoing, with support from the State Bureau of Investigation and local law enforcement. Officials are urging anyone with information to contact the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office at 828-464-3112.
This senseless act of violence has shaken the local community. Our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this heartbreaking time.
