Crime
30-year-old Quinton Gray killed after shooting on Sweet Amy Lane in La Grange
Preliminary evidence suggests that this was a targeted act of violence.
La Grange, North Carolina – In the early hours of Sunday, December 8, 2024, deputies from the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office responded to a tragic incident involving a fatal shooting at a residence on Sweet Amy Lane.
At approximately 12:15 a.m., deputies arrived at 943 Sweet Amy Lane following reports of a gunshot victim.
Upon entering the residence, authorities discovered 30-year-old Quinton Lee Gray lying unresponsive. Gray had sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced deceased at the scene by emergency responders.
Sheriff Jackie Rogers confirmed that investigators are actively working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Preliminary evidence suggests that this was a targeted act of violence, and authorities have emphasized that there is no immediate danger to the general public.
“Our investigators are diligently pursuing leads and working to identify those responsible for this senseless act,” said Sheriff Rogers. “We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Gray during this heartbreaking time.”
The Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging anyone with information related to this case to come forward. Tips can be reported by contacting the LCSO Criminal Investigations Division at 252-559-6118. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through the Lenoir County Crime Stoppers hotline at 252-523-4444.
Authorities have assured the public that they are committed to maintaining safety in the community and will provide updates as more details emerge.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation. Further information will be released as it becomes available.
Crime
14-Year-Old Middleton High School Student Carson Chrapkowski Dies After Bicycle Crash, Driver Alyssa Anderson Arrested
MIDDLETON, Idaho — A 14-year-old Middleton High School student has died after being struck by a vehicle while riding his bicycle near the high school Friday night, according to the Middleton Police Department.
The teenager was transported by Life Flight to St. Luke’s Boise following the crash but died from his injuries early Saturday morning.
Middleton police said the crash involved a vehicle and a bicyclist near Middleton High School. The 14-year-old suffered critical injuries and was flown to a Boise hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Police announced Saturday morning that the young bicyclist had succumbed to his injuries.
The teen was identified in the information provided for this report as Carson Chrapkowski, a Middleton High School student. However, the police department’s public statement did not release the teenager’s name.
Police arrested 41-year-old Alyssa Louise Anderson in connection with the crash. Anderson was booked into the Canyon County Jail.
According to police, Anderson is facing charges of vehicular manslaughter, aggravated DUI and leaving the scene of an injury accident.
Authorities have not released additional details about the circumstances leading up to the collision or the specific allegations supporting the DUI charge.
The crash remains under investigation by the Middleton Police Department and Idaho State Police. Investigators have not released further information about the sequence of events or whether additional charges could be filed.
Police said they are continuing to work to establish the circumstances surrounding the fatal crash.
The Middleton Police Department expressed condolences to the teenager’s parents, family, friends, classmates and others affected by his death as the community mourns the loss of a young student.