Charlotte Area Doctor Charged in I-77 Road Rage Shooting
A doctor from the Charlotte area has been charged in connection with a road rage shooting that occurred on Interstate 77.
Charlotte, NC, August 23, 2026 —
A physician practicing in the Charlotte area is facing charges following a road rage incident that resulted in a shooting on Interstate 77.
The suspect has been identified as Dr. Jason L. Smith, 43, who has been charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill and discharging a firearm into occupied property.
The incident occurred on Tuesday afternoon on I-77 South near Exit 19. According to initial reports, a dispute escalated between drivers, leading to the shooting. The specific details of the confrontation prior to the discharge of the firearm were not immediately available.
Emergency services responded to the scene. The condition of the victim, whose identity has not been released, was not immediately reported.
Dr. Smith was taken into custody by authorities. Information regarding his bond and court appearance was not provided.
Further details regarding the investigation, including the type of weapon used and the sequence of events, are pending.
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