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One17 SofaBar and Lounge ordered to close temporarily after inspection by Greensboro’s Safety Review Team

One17 SofaBar and Lounge ordered to close temporarily after inspection by Greensboro’s Safety Review Team
AN EXXON ON SHADOWLAWN DRIVE THAT SAME DAY. A BAR IN GREENSBORO IS CLOSED FOR THE TIME BEING, ACCUSED OF SEVERAL SAFETY VIOLATIONS. POLICE SAY THE CITY ORDERED 117 SOFA BAR ON NORTH GREEN STATE STREET TO SHUT DOWN TEMPORARILY AFTER THE CITY’S REVIEW TEAM INSPECTED IT. THE INSPECTION CAME AFTER A COUPLE OF PEOPLE WERE SHOT IN THAT AREA LAST WEEKEND. ONE OF THEM, DEVANTE STEVENSON, LATER DIED AT THE HOSPITAL. POLICE SAY THEY ALSO CONDUCTED A SAFETY REVIEW THERE LAST AUGUST AFTER ANOTHER SHOOTING AND
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One17 SofaBar and Lounge ordered to close temporarily after inspection by Greensboro’s Safety Review Team
After an inspection was conducted by the city of Greensboro’s Safety Review Team, One17 SofaBar, located at 117 N. Greene Street, has been ordered to close temporarily. On Feb. 25, just past 2 a.m., the Greensboro Police Department, Greensboro Fire Department, and Guilford County EMS were called to the 100 block of N. Greene Street, after a report of a shooting.Top StoriesNo injuries reported after single vehicle train collision on Guilford College Road2 Southeast Alamance High School students killed in Orange County crashEaster egg decorating kits for your family's craftiest, most creative holiday yetRossen Reports: Here's what happens when you call the IRS for helpGet the latest news stories of interest by clicking hereThe victim of the shooting, 24-year-old Devonte Stephenson, died from his injuries at the hospital. Another gunshot victim was hospitalized in critical condition.Following this, a safety review was initiated, and the owner was contacted, who then met with the Safety Review Team, which is a task force comprised of multiple city departments, including the Greensboro Police Department, Greensboro Fire Department, Zoning, Code Compliance, and Building Inspections.Watch: NOWCAST streaming newscastsThe Safety Review Team works to conduct on-site inspections, takes action against violations, and addresses the security measures being taken.North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement also partners with the police department to address businesses under such reviews and may conduct their investigations of their own. Keep up with the latest news and weather by downloading the WXII app here.Previously, a safety review was conducted at One17 SofaBar and Lounge on Aug. 21, 2023, after several gun-related incidents, including a non-fatal shooting that took place outside of the business.The current review process is still ongoing.NAVIGATE: Home | Weather | Watch NOWCAST TV | Local News | National | News We Love |TRENDING STORIES

After an inspection was conducted by the city of Greensboro’s Safety Review Team, One17 SofaBar, located at 117 N. Greene Street, has been ordered to close temporarily.

On Feb. 25, just past 2 a.m., the Greensboro Police Department, Greensboro Fire Department, and Guilford County EMS were called to the 100 block of N. Greene Street, after a report of a shooting.

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The victim of the shooting, 24-year-old Devonte Stephenson, died from his injuries at the hospital. Another gunshot victim was hospitalized in critical condition.

Following this, a safety review was initiated, and the owner was contacted, who then met with the Safety Review Team, which is a task force comprised of multiple city departments, including the Greensboro Police Department, Greensboro Fire Department, Zoning, Code Compliance, and Building Inspections.

Watch: NOWCAST streaming newscasts

The Safety Review Team works to conduct on-site inspections, takes action against violations, and addresses the security measures being taken.

North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement also partners with the police department to address businesses under such reviews and may conduct their investigations of their own.

Keep up with the latest news and weather by downloading the WXII app here.

Previously, a safety review was conducted at One17 SofaBar and Lounge on Aug. 21, 2023, after several gun-related incidents, including a non-fatal shooting that took place outside of the business.

The current review process is still ongoing.

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