LINCOLNTON, NORTH CAROLINA – A shocking incident occurred on Sunday afternoon outside a Walmart in Lincolnton, North Carolina, where six migrant workers were struck and injured by an SUV in what authorities believe was an “intentional assault.” The local police department is now actively searching for the driver involved in the hit-and-run.
The distressing event took place after 1 p.m. in the city of Lincolnton, which is situated approximately 38 miles northwest of Charlotte. According to the Lincolnton Police Department, all six injured workers were promptly taken to a nearby hospital to receive medical attention for their various injuries. Fortunately, none of the injuries appeared to be life-threatening.
The police have described the driver responsible for the incident as “an older white male.” He was reportedly driving an older model mid-size black SUV equipped with a luggage rack at the time of the incident. However, specific details about the circumstances leading to the collision have not been provided by the authorities, nor have they disclosed the reasons that led them to suspect it was an intentional act.
As the investigation unfolds, the Lincolnton Police stated on their Facebook page that the motives of the suspect are still being looked into. Surveillance images of the black SUV have been released to the public, and the authorities are seeking the community’s assistance in identifying the vehicle and its driver.
The incident has sparked concern and condemnation, with many expressing their support for the injured workers and calling for a thorough investigation to ensure justice is served. The police are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward and assist in their efforts to apprehend the driver responsible for the assault on the migrant workers.