News Summary
A shooting at Adam’s Grocery in Rock Hill left a 19-year-old passenger with life-threatening injuries. Police are investigating the incident, which involved multiple suspects. This shooting follows another recent incident in the area, raising concerns about public safety. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and assist police with information as investigations continue.
Rock Hill – A 19-year-old passenger was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries following a shooting at a convenience store on Monday evening, July 7, 2025. The incident occurred around 10 p.m. at Adam’s Grocery, located on South Wilson Street. Rock Hill police reported that multiple individuals were involved in the shooting, which they are currently investigating.
Initial reports indicated that two men opened fire on two other men outside of the store. Upon arrival, officers discovered that two suspects had followed one of the victims out of the convenience store before beginning their attack. As the victim attempted to escape by getting into his vehicle, the passenger, who has not yet been identified, was struck by gunfire.
The critically injured passenger was transported to Piedmont Medical Center for treatment. As of Tuesday morning, there have been no arrests made related to the shooting, and the investigation continues as the Rock Hill Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division seeks to gather more information.
While authorities have yet to establish a motive for the shooting, there is currently no information regarding any surveillance footage that may have captured the incident. The police have made it clear that they are following all leads but are not ready to share further details at this time.
This incident marks the second shooting involving a teenager in Rock Hill within a span of ten days. Just a week prior, on June 27, a 17-year-old was fatally shot in a separate incident on Finley Road, which also remains unsolved. Authorities do not believe these two shootings are connected.
The recent surge in violence has raised concerns among residents and local officials, reflecting a troubling trend in public safety in the area. The Rock Hill community is urged to stay vigilant, and anyone with information regarding the recent shootings is encouraged to come forward to assist the police in their investigations.
As the investigation unfolds, further updates are expected as law enforcement continues to gather evidence and work towards apprehending those responsible for this violent act. The community’s safety remains a priority for the Rock Hill Police Department, which is actively engaging with local residents to promote awareness and crime prevention measures.
Details surrounding the shooting, including the identities of the involved parties and potential motives, are still pending as investigators work diligently to piece together the events that led to this unfortunate incident.
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