Davis said in a statement officers located Hardy on the property beside the lounge and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Davis declined to comment on whether the firearm used to kill Hardy was recovered and declined to elaborate on what kind of firearm was used.
Davis also declined to elaborate on the motive behind the shooting other than there was a dispute.
At this point no arrests have been made and the police department continues to investigate along with assistance from the State Bureau of Investigation.
Another person who was injured in a scuffle but was not shot was treated and released at Halifax Regional Medical Center.
The state Highway Patrol and Halifax County Sheriff's Office assisted.
Anyone with information is encouraged to call Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444.
