Ronnie Franklin, a 33-year-old African American man, was shot and killed on October 21, 2019, at the Bojangles on 300 West Boulevard in Charlotte, North Carolina. A verbal altercation between Franklin and a group of patrons inside the restaurant moved outside into the parking lot, where Franklin was fatally shot. Witnesses reported the suspect fled in a newer model white Nissan Rogue.

A 22-year-old man named Demetrius Shivers-Adams was arrested and charged in connection with Franklin’s death; he was taken into custody on October 31, 2019. The investigation indicates the confrontation inside the restaurant led to the shooting in the lot, and authorities say they continue to gather information and evidence.

Franklin’s death has deeply affected his family and community. If anyone saw the events at the Bojangles that night or has additional information about the shooting or the vehicle that fled, please come forward to assist the investigation.