Wonah Abu-Baby Konte Jr., 35, was shot and killed on December 29, 2024, at the First and Goal sports bar, 7801 University City Boulevard in Charlotte. The shooting happened shortly before 11:00 p.m. during an altercation that reportedly involved multiple groups in the crowded bar. Officers responding to an assault with a deadly weapon call found Konte Jr. with a gunshot wound; he was taken to Atrium Main hospital and pronounced deceased.

Two other people were also shot and survived after treatment and surgery at Atrium Health University. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Homicide Unit is investigating, with Detective Moore leading the inquiry and Crime Scene Search teams collecting physical evidence. No arrests have been announced; authorities are seeking tips and offer anonymous reporting through Crime Stoppers.

If anyone was at First and Goal that night or has information about the confrontation or the shooters, please share what you know with investigators.