48-Year-Old Man Shot in Winston-Salem Gas Station Parking Lot

Police say victim and suspect know each other, no ongoing public threat

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:55pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a spent shell casing on the asphalt of a gas station parking lot, capturing the stark, gritty details of the crime scene.A violent incident in a public space raises concerns about gun violence and community safety, even in everyday settings.Winston-Salem Today

A 48-year-old man was shot in the parking lot of a Shell gas station in Winston-Salem, North Carolina early Saturday morning. The victim was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Police say the victim and suspect know each other and there is no ongoing threat to the public.

Why it matters

Gun violence in public spaces like gas stations raises concerns about public safety, even when the incident appears to be isolated. This event comes amid ongoing debates around gun control policies and the role of law enforcement in preventing and responding to such incidents.

The details

According to police, the shooting occurred around 12:15 a.m. on Saturday in the parking lot of a Shell gas station on Akron Drive in Winston-Salem. The 48-year-old victim arrived at a local hospital with a non-life-threatening gunshot wound. Investigators believe the victim was shot during an incident involving another person in the gas station parking lot.

  • The shooting occurred around 12:15 a.m. on Saturday, April 11, 2026.

The players

Winston-Salem Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the shooting incident.

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What’s next

Police are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact the non-emergency line at 336-773-7700.

The takeaway

This shooting highlights the need for continued efforts to address gun violence and improve public safety, even in everyday settings like gas stations. Authorities will likely focus on determining the motive and relationship between the victim and suspect to provide more context around this isolated incident.