Crime
18-year-old Jordyn Campbell killed in fatal west Charlotte shooting
Campbell was a local rapper with strong ties to the Charlotte community.
An 18-year-old man, identified as Jordyn Decedric Campbell, was tragically killed in a drive-by shooting early Sunday morning in west Charlotte, according to Medic and local authorities.
The shooting occurred around 12:50 a.m. in the 3200 block of Nobles Avenue, a residential area near West Boulevard and close to the Charlotte Douglas International Airport.
Emergency crews responded to reports of gunfire and discovered Campbell suffering from a gunshot wound.
Despite efforts to save him, Campbell was pronounced dead at the scene.
Campbell was a local rapper with strong ties to the Charlotte community. His untimely death has left family, friends, and supporters mourning his loss.
The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) has launched an active investigation into the incident. Authorities have not released any information about potential suspects or motives in the case.
Investigators are urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Tips can be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600 or directly to CMPD at 704-432-TIPS.
This senseless act of violence highlights the devastating impact of gun-related crimes in our communities. Police continue to work diligently to bring justice to the Campbell family.
Crime
Former Texas Worship Minister and Christian Musician Jon Sheptock Arrested on Child Sexual Abuse Material Charges
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, Texas — A married Christian musician and former worship minister who once performed at a rally for former President Donald Trump has been arrested on multiple child sexual abuse material (CSAM) charges, authorities confirmed.
According to officials, Jon Sheptock, a former minister at First Montgomery Baptist Church, was taken into custody on September 26 by detectives from the Montgomery County Constable’s Human Trafficking and Child Exploitation Unit.
He faces charges of possession and production of child pornography following a detailed investigation into allegations of long-term misconduct.
The arrest was based on testimony from a woman who alleged that Sheptock stole a photograph of her approximately nine years ago, when she was 17 years old.
The victim told investigators that after sending her the image, Sheptock demanded explicit photographs and later sent her a video depicting a violent assault, warning that he “did not want that to happen to her.”
Court records further indicate that Sheptock showed the victim nude images of both adults and minors on his computer.
Investigators allege that the misconduct continued as recently as October 2023, when Sheptock reportedly sent a text message to the victim containing a nude image of young girls.
Before his arrest, Sheptock was widely known as a Christian recording artist and motivational speaker.
His now-deleted website biography stated that he was born without arms and with one leg shorter than the other, yet went on to describe himself as a “thriving Christian recording artist and speaker.” He has been married for 26 years and is the father of three daughters.
In a public statement, First Montgomery Baptist Church confirmed that Sheptock was immediately removed from all ministry responsibilities following his arrest.
The church emphasized that Sheptock did not hold any position involving direct contact with children, and there is no indication that minors associated with the church were involved or affected.
Sheptock gained wider public attention in January 2022, when he performed the national anthem at a rally for then-President Donald Trump, according to The Independent.
If convicted, Sheptock faces a potential prison sentence ranging from two to twenty years.
The investigation remains ongoing, and authorities are encouraging anyone with additional information to contact the Montgomery County Constable’s Office Human Traffic.