Nathan McKinnies dies in fatal Chadbourn shooting

Nathan McKinnies dies in fatal Chadbourn shooting

Fatal Chadbourn shooting death of Nathan McKinnies

Law enforcement received a 911 dispatch regarding a shooting at a residence on Clark Street in Chadbourn shortly after 11:30 p.m. on September 22nd. The Chadbourn Police Department is examining this incident.

Officials from the town stated that officers found 54-year-old Nathan McKinnies deceased at the scene of the disturbance. Further details regarding the cause of Mr. McKinnies’ death were not immediately available through local authorities.

Town Mayor Phillip Britt provided additional information to local media, confirming that another individual was present at the residence. This second person, identified as the victim’s stepson, sustained multiple gunshot injuries. Emergency medical services transported him to the Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center where he was reported to be in a critical condition.

The ongoing investigation involves the Chadbourn Police Department and the Columbus County District Attorney’s Office. Officials are currently determining the appropriate legal actions, if any, related to this tragic incident.