Raleigh Man Arrested After Glenwood South Shooting

Two people injured in overnight incident, suspect charged with assault

Published on Feb. 28, 2026

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Raleigh police have arrested 23-year-old Joe Gibbs in connection with a shooting near the Glenwood South area that left two people injured early Sunday morning. Gibbs faces two counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill and inflict serious injury.

Why it matters

Gun violence and public safety are ongoing concerns in Raleigh, especially in the popular Glenwood South entertainment district. This incident raises questions about crime prevention efforts and the need for increased security measures in high-traffic areas.

The details

According to police, officers responded to reports of shots fired on West North Street around 2:16 a.m. on February 22. Two people were found with gunshot wounds, but are expected to recover. Gibbs was later arrested by Rowan County sheriff's deputies and charged with the two counts of assault.

  • The shooting occurred around 2:16 a.m. on Sunday, February 22, 2026.
  • Gibbs was arrested by Rowan County deputies on Friday, February 28, 2026.
  • Gibbs is expected to appear in court on Monday, March 2, 2026 at 1:30 p.m.

The players

Joe Gibbs

A 23-year-old Raleigh resident who was arrested and charged with two counts of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill and inflict serious injury.

Raleigh Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the shooting incident and made the arrest of Joe Gibbs.

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What’s next

The judge will decide on Monday, March 2nd whether to grant Gibbs bail.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the need for continued efforts to address gun violence and improve public safety in Raleigh's entertainment hubs, including increased security measures and community-based crime prevention programs.