A Walmart shopper in Glenolden, Pennsylvania, allegedly pulled a gun during an argument in the store’s self-checkout line and fired up to 10 rounds at another customer, missing his target but striking an uninvolved female employee in the calf, police said.
Background
The shooting unfolded around 7:30 p.m. Friday at the Walmart located about 18 miles south of Philadelphia, according to local NBC affiliate WCAU. Witnesses described a chaotic scene as customers were rushed to the back of the store. One shopper told WCAU she saw something ricochet off the floor and flash, believing it was a bullet. Another reported hearing children screaming and seeing a woman hyperventilating.
Police said the gunman had been arguing with another man in the self-checkout area before he drew his pistol and fired between five and 10 rounds at that other shopper. The female employee, who was not part of the altercation, was shot in the calf and taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
The Investigation
As of the weekend, police were still searching for the suspect. Investigators said they are reviewing surveillance video from inside and outside the store, along with the suspect’s purchase history, to piece together what happened and identify him. No description of the shooter has been released yet.
Walmart issued a statement saying: 'The safety of our associates and customers is a top priority. We're grateful to first responders for their swift response and are working closely with law enforcement as they continue their investigation.'
Key Takeaways
- The suspect fired between five and 10 rounds in the self-checkout area after an argument, missing his intended target.
- A female employee not involved in the dispute was shot in the calf; her injuries were non-life-threatening.
- The shooting occurred around 7:30 p.m. Friday at a Walmart in Glenolden, Pennsylvania.
- Police are reviewing surveillance footage and purchase history as they search for the gunman.
What's Next
Police continue to investigate and ask anyone with information about the shooter to come forward. Once an arrest is made, charges are expected, though none have been filed yet.