Joel Gamble-Toliver charged in Leinbach Park mass shooting after police say he opened fire during a pre-arranged fight, leaving teens dead and others injured in Winston-Salem.
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — The Winston-Salem Police Department has confirmed that Joel Michael Gamble-Toliver, 18, has officially been hit with multiple felony charges in connection to the mass shooting, Monday.
Investigators revealed Gamble-Toliver showed up to the park knowing a fight was already set up. Once there, he got into a physical altercation with a juvenile.
Detectives say he then pulled out a gun and started firing.
After consulting with Forsyth County District Attorney Jim O’Neill, police filed charges, including:
- Felony Child Abuse
- Felony Riot
- Possession of a Stolen Firearm
- Resisting, Delaying, or Obstructing an Officer
Authorities say Gamble-Toliver appeared before a magistrate and was denied bond. He is currently being held at the Forsyth County Detention Center.
Officials also confirmed additional charges could be coming as the investigation continues.
CHIEF WARNS: ADULTS WILL BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE
Winston-Salem Police Chief William H. Penn, Jr. didn’t mince words — putting adults on notice who were present or involved.
“Adults—regardless of their relationship to the youth—who contribute to the delinquency of minors through action, inaction, encouragement, or audience participation will be appropriately charged. This is not a tactic, but our stance.”
That means people who showed up, recorded, hyped it up, or did nothing could soon find themselves facing charges too.
