Grocery Store Fight, Shots Fired at High Point Food Lion

High Point police say two men identified as Mark Foye and Antonio Johnson were charged following an incident at the Food Lion on North Main Street on November 13 that began inside the store and moved into the parking lot. Surveillance video shared with reporters shows the confrontation starting in a grocery aisle, progressing to the exit doors, and continuing outside where witnesses and video captured the moment one man displayed a firearm before shots were fired.

One man was struck in the arm and taken to a hospital with injuries described by police as not life threatening. Both men remained on scene when officers arrived and were interviewed by detectives. Police told reporters the incident was isolated and that no shoppers or employees were harmed. Charges filed include going armed to the terror of the public and fighting. Investigators continue to review video and witness statements and are coordinating with the Guilford County District Attorney’s Office on charging decisions, according to reporting by WXII on November 14.

The dispute reportedly began over a discounted advertised frozen turkey, a detail that highlights how economic strains and competition for limited goods can contribute to conflicts in retail settings. For local residents, particularly those balancing tight budgets and family needs, an argument over a sale item escalating into gunfire is alarming. The event underscores the vulnerabilities faced by shoppers and store employees and the potential for routine errands to become dangerous.

Public health implications extend beyond the immediate physical injury. Incidents of public violence can produce community trauma, increase fear of shopping in local neighborhoods, and put additional strain on emergency services and emergency departments. When violence occurs in spaces essential for daily life, such as grocery stores, it can exacerbate food access issues for older adults, people with disabilities, and low income families who may avoid certain stores or times of day out of safety concerns.

Policy responses and community strategies will affect how Guilford County mitigates similar risks going forward. Retail safety measures, improved conflict de escalation training for staff, broader investments in community violence intervention, and efforts to address the underlying economic insecurity that fuels disputes are all part of a comprehensive approach. Local leaders and public health officials may consider coordinating with retailers, law enforcement, health systems, and community organizations to reduce the likelihood of future incidents and to support those affected.

As police continue their review and the District Attorney’s Office considers charges, residents are left to weigh safety and access. The case is a reminder of how criminal incidents intersect with health, economic stress, and social equity, and how community level solutions are needed to protect both public safety and essential access to food and commerce.