LENOIR, N.C. — Community Mourns the Loss of Shawn Patrick Hood, 58, Killed in Catawba County Mass Shooting
A deep sense of grief and heartbreak has settled over the community of Lenoir following the tragic and senseless death of Shawn Patrick Hood, 58, who was fatally shot during a mass shooting in the early hours of Sunday, June 1, 2025, in the Mountain View area of Catawba County.
Hood was the sole fatality in a violent incident that has shaken the region, leaving eleven others injured, including one victim in critical condition. The shooting occurred during a house party, where authorities believe multiple shooters fired at least 80 rounds from various distances. Investigators continue to recover shell casings and piece together the events of that night.
Shawn Hood was a longtime resident of Lenoir and is remembered by friends and family as a kind, steady, and deeply compassionate man. His sudden and violent death has left a profound void in the lives of those who knew and loved him.
“Shawn was the kind of person who brought calm into chaos. He was always there to lend a hand or share a kind word,” said a close friend of the family. “Losing him like this is devastating.”
As of this writing, no arrests have been made, and the investigation remains ongoing. Authorities have not released a motive but confirmed the shooters appeared to target the party specifically. Catawba County officials have assured the public that there is no known continued threat to the wider community.
The Catawba County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information, video footage, or tips that could aid in the investigation to come forward.
This tragedy has left not just a family in mourning, but an entire community grappling with sorrow, outrage, and the urgent need for answers. Shawn Patrick Hood’s memory will be cherished, and his life honored, as the people of Lenoir come together to support one another and seek justice in the wake of this heartbreaking loss.
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