Michael Whitfield dies in fatal Fayetteville shooting.

Michael Whitfield dies in fatal Fayetteville shooting.

Fatal Fayetteville shooting death of Michael Whitfield.

Law enforcement personnel were dispatched shortly before 5:20 p.m. to an address within the Waterdown Drive area, specifically the 200 block. Upon their arrival, they encountered a man, later confirmed to be Michael Whitfield, who was suffering the effects of a gunshot wound.

Whitfield was then transported to a medical facility; unfortunately, his injuries proved fatal. He passed away from those wounds.

The authorities are carrying out a criminal investigation into the incident. Citizens are encouraged to reach out to Detective B. Ramirez, whose contact number is (910) 309-6140, if they possess any information that might assist with the inquiry.