Video: A suspect shot 2 people, killed a victim, kidnapped a woman, got in a chase with cops, shot at police, and then was killed in a shootout
On October 23, 2025 a suspect identified as Joseph Andrade, 28, murdered Justin Carlton, 38, in a double shooting on Hoskins Road Charlotte, NC. The suspect then shot at cops in a high speed chase and was killed by police during a shootout on city streets. Bringing the National Guard into Charlotte has been a hot topic. Follow Charlotte Alerts on Instagram.
At 4 p.m., officers responded to multiple calls regarding a double shooting on Hoskins Road and Black Avenue. Justin and a second victim had sustained gunshot wounds. Both victims were transported to the hospital with life threatening injuries.
Charlotte has had a slew of murders within the last week.
Justin died at the hospital. The suspect in this case Joseph later forced his way into a nearby home, kidnapped a female victim and left the residence in a stolen vehicle.
Officers observed the suspect vehicle and initiated a pursuit. Joseph then began shooting at officers, the cops were so scared. But unfortunately no cops were shot or killed.
After a short pursuit, Joseph exited the vehicle and continued to shoot in the direction at police officers.
Cops shot back and hit the suspect multiple times with gunfire. Joseph was pronounced deceased on scene.
But the suspect did manage to shoot into multiple police vehicles during this incident. The kidnapped female victim was not shot. Four officers are being evaluated at the hospital as a precautionary measure.
