On December 23, 2024, Greensboro Police Officer Michael Horan was shot and killed while responding to a report of a man with a firearm inside a Food Lion grocery store.

Upon arriving at approximately 11 a.m., Horan encountered the suspect, Tarell Isaac McMillian, leading to a brief struggle before McMillian shot Horan and fled the scene.

The State Bureau of Investigation reported that Officer Horan did not have time to draw his weapon during the encounter.

After fleeing the scene, McMillian led law enforcement on a high-speed chase that ended approximately 150 miles away, where he was apprehended.

Tarell Isaac McMillian, 34, has been charged with first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of Officer Horan.

The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation is leading the ongoing investigation into the shooting, with no other suspects being sought.

North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper expressed condolences to Horan's family and condemned the act of violence, highlighting Horan's dedication to duty.

Memorials have been established at police headquarters to honor Officer Horan, and the Greensboro Police Officer Association has initiated a fundraiser to support his family.

A significant number of state law enforcement officers were dispatched to assist in the emergency response at the scene, underscoring the seriousness of the situation.

Store employees instructed customers to evacuate by yelling 'Shooting, get out,' as chaos unfolded in the grocery store.

Democratic state Senator Michael Garrett emphasized the need for enhanced resources and safety measures for law enforcement, particularly during this tragic holiday season.

Horan, who joined the Greensboro Police Department in 2017 and became a sworn officer in 2018, was known for his excellent reputation and was a husband and father.