A second young son, just one year old, is critically injured after also being shot.
North Carolina A&T University urges everyone to avoid the area.
Police ask public to please stay out of the area.
There is an active search for Palmer.
Please be on the lookout and call 911 if you see him. Consider him armed and dangerous.
Investigators believe the incident started when the suspect became upset over a pizza order.
He was transported to a local hospital and is currently in stable condition.
Authorities believe they have identified the suspect and are confident in apprehending them soon.
Previously, it was reported that the sleeping bag was tied to a dolly cart.
Last seen wearing a black t-shirt, gray shorts, and black sneakers, he is approximately 6 feet tall and stocky.