Moore County deputies investigate shooting after home damaged by gunfire

Published on

July 1, 2026

The Moore County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting after a home on Michaels Loop Drive was struck by a bullet just before 1 a.m. on June 30.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to a report of shots fired on Michaels Loop Drive, off Beulah Hill Church Road near Juniper Lake Road outside of West End. When deputies arrived, they found the home had been struck by gunfire.

Investigators also found evidence indicating that a vehicle may have been damaged during the shooting. However, that vehicle has not been located.

The investigation remains ongoing, and no additional information has been released.

Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the Moore County Sheriff’s Office.

Patrick Priest

A Moore County native who has spent more than 20 years telling stories across North Carolina and beyond. He’s worked with CNN, WRAL, and CBS 17, and now serves as a Video Journalist for ABC11. Patrick has a passion for breaking news and has earned multiple awards for his coverage. He’s also a certified NWS SKYWARN Storm Spotter and was among the first news videographers in the state to become an FAA-certified drone pilot.