In a shocking incident that has rattled a community and pet lovers nationwide, actress Angie Harmon has accused an Instacart delivery driver of fatally shooting her family’s dog, Oliver, over the Easter weekend. The distressing event reportedly unfolded shortly after the delivery to the star’s residence, sparking widespread outrage and a call for accountability.
Angie Harmon, known for her role in the popular TV series “Rizzoli & Isles,” took to Instagram to detail the harrowing ordeal. She recounted how the delivery driver, after dropping off an order at her home, allegedly proceeded to shoot Oliver. “He got out of his car, delivered the food & THEN shot our dog,” Harmon wrote. The actress also mentioned that their home security camera was not recording at the time, a fact that the driver might have noticed.
The delivery driver, according to Harmon, defended his actions by claiming self-defense. However, Harmon disputes this, stating that the individual did not appear to have any injuries consistent with a dog attack. Further complicating the matter, Harmon revealed that the delivery was made under a female identity named Merle, sharing a screenshot of the delivery confirmation to substantiate her claims.
In a statement filled with grief and disbelief, Harmon expressed how the incident has left her and her daughters completely traumatized and devastated. “We are beyond devastated at the loss of our beloved boy & family member,” she said.
Instacart responded swiftly to the allegations, suspending the driver’s profile and launching an investigation. The company issued a statement expressing their deep sadness over the incident and emphasized their zero-tolerance policy for violence. “We have been in direct contact with the customer and are cooperating with law enforcement on their investigation,” the statement read.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, having investigated the March 30 incident, stated that no charges have been filed against the delivery driver. According to the department, the driver reported being attacked by the dog and responded by firing a single gunshot in self-defense, leading to the tragic outcome.
This incident has sparked a broader conversation about the safety measures and protocols employed by delivery services, as well as the rights and protections for both workers and clients. As the community mourns the loss of Oliver, questions linger about the circumstances leading to this tragic event and the measures necessary to prevent such incidents in the future.
The investigation into the incident continues, with many awaiting further details and hoping for measures that ensure the safety of all parties involved in home delivery services.