Greensboro, North Carolina – Two men tragically lost their lives and a woman was rushed to the hospital following a shooting at Culture Lounge in Greensboro. The incident took place in the early hours of Friday morning when around 100 individuals were present at the club on Spring Garden Street.
Upon responding to the scene around 1:20 a.m., Greensboro police, Guilford County EMS, and UNCG Campus Police found multiple gunshot victims inside the establishment. Despite efforts to save lives, two men, identified as Mohsin Hamid, 33, and Devonte Johnson, 28, succumbed to their injuries. Witnesses disclosed that a brawl had erupted just before the shots were fired, indicating that the incident was not a random act of violence.
Friends and family gathered in shock and sorrow as they learned about the devastating loss of Hamid, who had celebrated his 33rd birthday just the night before. Ali Jama, a friend of Hamid, described his selfless act of bravery during the chaos, where he attempted to intervene but tragically fell victim to the shooter’s gunfire.
In addition to the fatalities, a woman who was also wounded in the shooting was successfully treated at the hospital and is currently in stable condition. As of now, authorities have not disclosed the names of the victims nor have any arrests been made in connection with the shooting. The community remains in shock, seeking answers and justice for the senseless act of violence that occurred at Culture Lounge.
The tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the devastating impact of gun violence on families and communities. As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward in order to bring closure to the victims’ loved ones and ensure justice is served for those affected by this senseless act of violence.