“Two people injured with gunshot wounds,” Charlotte police Captain J.D. Thomas told USA Today. “One person drove themselves to the hospital and one person was transported by ambulance. Both are non-life-threatening injuries.”
The victims’ names were not released.
Scenes from the chaotic incident were captured by fans in attendance.
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The event, which was also reportedly scheduled to feature an appearance from Diddy, was part of “CIAA Weekend Takeover,” which celebrates the annual Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association basketball tournament.
Fans hit social media to address the shooting with a series of reactions.
Shots fired outside Label Nightclub in Charlotte have Shut down the T.I and Young
Someone actually had the brain cells to fire shots while Jeezy, T.I, and Yo Gotti were blessing a club uptown. No fun allowed here.Some were also able to capture the aftermath of the shooting.
The Aftermath at Label nightclub Where shots were fired inside during the T.I. & YoungLabel released a statement about the incident, saying that its employees are cooperating with law enforcement officials in their investigation.
“The exact circumstances concerning the incident have yet to be determined,” the statement said, announcing that all club events would continue to take place as scheduled. “It should be noted that there will continue to be very substantial security for all Label events during tournament weekend.”
Officials are reportedly still investigating this incident.
