Second Arrest Made in Creedmoor Road Shooting; Police Identify Suspects and Ongoing Search
RALEIGH, N.C. — A shooting in a busy Raleigh shopping center has now led to multiple arrests and a deeper investigation, as police continue working to identify additional suspects connected to a violent confrontation that unfolded in broad daylight.
Latest Update: Second Suspect Arrested
Authorities have announced a second arrest in connection with the April 14 shooting near Creedmoor Road.
Frankie Grimes Jr., 31, has been charged with:
- Felony Conspiracy – Assault With a Deadly Weapon With Intent to Kill Inflicting Serious Injury
- Felony Conspiracy – Robbery With a Dangerous Weapon
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Victim Identified, Now Facing Charges
Police previously identified Jalen Watson, 21, as the individual who walked into a hospital with a gunshot wound following the incident.
Watson is now facing multiple charges, including:
- Assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill
- Felony possession of marijuana
- Possession with intent to sell and deliver
He also had outstanding warrants for additional drug-related charges.
What Happened: Shooting and Crash Timeline
The incident began around 10:29 a.m. on April 14 in the parking lot of the Food Lion at 5633 Creedmoor Road.
Key developments:
- A verbal altercation occurred between individuals in two separate vehicles
- Gunfire erupted shortly after
- Witnesses reported a silver Nissan Rogue fleeing the scene
- Another suspect left in a blue Ford F-150
Minutes later:
- The Ford F-150 crashed at Millbrook Road and Winthrop Road
- The driver fled on foot
- Police later determined the driver was likely the same individual who showed up at a hospital with injuries
Police Still Searching for Additional Suspects
Authorities say they are actively seeking:
- The driver and occupants of the silver Nissan Rogue
- Any additional individuals connected to the incident
Raleigh Police Chief Rico Boyce made it clear the department is taking the case seriously:
“We will not tolerate this level of violence in our city… we will work vigorously to ensure those responsible are held accountable.”
How to Provide Information
Anyone with information is urged to contact:
- Raleigh Police Department: 919-996-3335
- Crime Stoppers: 919-996-1193
- Or submit tips online at raleighcrimestoppers.org
Conclusion
With one victim now charged and another suspect in custody, the case continues to evolve as investigators piece together what led to the violent exchange. Police say accountability remains the priority as they work to locate additional suspects and bring the case to a full resolution.