News Summary
Investigations are ongoing in Raleigh, North Carolina, and Memphis, Tennessee, following multiple shootings that resulted in one fatality and several injuries. The incidents occurred on the same day, prompting authorities to seek public assistance in identifying suspects. In Raleigh, a shooting happened near Rick’s Cabaret, while in Memphis, two shooting victims were reported at Methodist North Hospital. Additionally, arrests were made in connection to other shooting incidents in the area. Authorities are working diligently to uncover more details regarding the motives and suspects involved.
Multiple Shootings Prompts Investigations in Raleigh and Memphis; One Fatality Reported
In two separate incidents on September 23, 2025, ongoing investigations are underway in Raleigh, North Carolina, and Memphis, Tennessee, following multiple shootings. One person has died, and several others have been injured in these events. Authorities continue to work on identifying suspects and gathering evidence, urging the public for information to aid their inquiries.
Raleigh Shooting at Rick’s Cabaret
In Raleigh, a shooting occurred just before noon in the parking lot of Rick’s Cabaret nightclub, located in the 3200 block of Yonkers Road near Interstate 440. The Raleigh Police Department responded to reports of gunfire and found shell casings at the scene. Witnesses reported hearing gunshots and seeing a suspect fleeing the area in a vehicle. The suspect’s vehicle struck a building before fleeing the scene, but no injuries were reported from this incident.
The identity of the suspect remains unknown. Raleigh police are actively investigating and have urged anyone with relevant information to call 919-996-3335 or submit tips to Crime Stoppers. Authorities have not disclosed any motive or whether the shooting was targeted or random.
Memphis Shooting at Methodist North Hospital
In Memphis, police responded to a report of two male shooting victims at Methodist North Hospital around 12:52 PM on the same day. It is unclear where the shooting took place, but the victims were transported to the hospital by a private vehicle. One of the victims was pronounced dead shortly after arriving at the hospital, while the condition of the other remains unknown. Authorities have not identified the victims or provided details about the circumstances of the shooting.
Following the incident, Methodist North Hospital increased security measures and is cooperating with Memphis police in their investigation. Police have encouraged anyone with information about the shooting to call 901-528-CASH (2274). The investigation is ongoing, and officials have not identified any suspects or motives at this stage.
Arrests and Charges in Wake County
In connection with a prior shooting incident in Wake County, authorities arrested a man linked to multiple incidents. Axel Abraham Saguilan-Diaz, 24 years old, has been charged with several crimes related to a shooting that occurred on August 24, 2025. He faces multiple charges, including five counts of discharging a weapon into occupied property and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. The shooting left one man injured and caused damage to homes and vehicles on Moonglow Drive. Saguilan-Diaz was taken into custody by Raleigh police and is currently detained at the Wake County Detention Center.
Additional Charges in Raleigh
Further, authorities have charged Demikael Brandon Cobb, 25 years old, with murder in connection with the shooting of 55-year-old Willis Hope. The incident occurred on September 23, 2025, in the 1600 block of Poole Road. Cobb is also linked to another shooting earlier that morning in the 100 block of Coke Street, where a man was shot but sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The authorities continue to investigate these cases to determine their motives and possible connections.
Summary of Key Facts
- An investigation is ongoing after shots were fired in the parking lot of Rick’s Cabaret in Raleigh on September 23, 2025.
- The incident occurred just before noon at the club located in the 3200 block of Yonkers Road, near Interstate 440.
- Shell casings were found at the scene by the Raleigh Police Department.
- The suspect fled the scene in a vehicle and struck a building before police arrived.
- No injuries were reported from this shooting.
- The identity of the suspect is currently unknown.
- In Memphis, police responded to a report of two male shooting victims at Methodist North Hospital at 12:52 PM on the same day.
- Victims were transported to the hospital by private vehicle; one died, and the status of the other is unknown.
- Methodist North Hospital increased security and is working with Memphis police on the investigation.
- Anyone with tips related to the Memphis shooting is encouraged to call 901-528-CASH (2274).
- In Wake County, 24-year-old Axel Abraham Saguilan-Diaz has been charged with five counts of discharging a weapon into occupied property and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, related to a shooting on August 24, 2025.
- This incident on Moonglow Drive injured one person and damaged multiple homes and vehicles.
- He was booked into the Wake County Detention Center.
- Raleigh police also charged Demikael Brandon Cobb, 25, with murder in connection with the September 23, 2025, shooting of Willis Hope and linked him to another non-fatal shooting earlier that day.
The investigations are ongoing, and authorities are requesting the public’s assistance to help identify suspects and uncover additional details related to these recent shootings.
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