Shawnee Sports Complex working to make area safer after last May’s shooting incident

In May of 2024his year, a drive by shooting took place near Shawnee Sports Complex that caused panic to break out amongst attendees and players of a soccer tournament. Since then, the county has been working to make the complex safer for guests. “One of to go out, and I know that word panic hardware has some bad connotation to it, but it’s for people who need to get out,” said CW Sigman, Kanawha County Emergency mgmt. director. There is no set date for when these new safety measures will be finished because of bids and needed materials, but they’re hopeful it’ll be soon.