Law enforcement officers involved in a shooting this past summer will not face criminal charges, District Attorney Jason Smith announced.
Two New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office deputies and three Wilmington Police Department officers shot Rodney Wilson on Red Cross Street in Wilmington on Aug. 21.
The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation conducted an investigation of the incident. After reviewing the SBI’s findings, Smith determined that no law enforcement officer will be charged, according to a news release from Smith's office.
Wilson faces criminal charges related to this incident.
The district attorney’s office said it will not be providing any additional comments about this matter.
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New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to the 700 block of Red Cross Street around 7:26 p.m. on Aug. 21, according to an August news release from Wilmington police. The armed man had reportedly pointed a firearm at another person and was acting aggressively, according to the initial call.
“During the encounter, the armed individual fired shots at law enforcement officers,” the news release said. “In response to an imminent threat, multiple officers discharged their weapons to protect nearby citizens and fellow officers.”
Wilson sustained serious injuries and was taken to Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center, according to the police department.
Bob Liepa is the city of Wilmington and public safety reporter for the StarNews. You can reach him at RLiepa@usatodayco.com.
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