Crime
Laurinburg Police Searching for Armed 16-Year-Old Henry Anderson in Shooting of Mother and Toddler
LAURINBURG, NC – Authorities are actively searching for 16-year-old Henry Anderson, who is wanted in connection with a violent shooting that left a 23-year-old mother injured and her 2-year-old child in critical condition.
The Laurinburg Police Department responded to reports of shots fired at approximately 12:50 a.m. on Sunday, March 16, 2025, in the 400 block of Hood Drive.
Upon arrival, officers discovered two victims suffering from gunshot wounds—identified as Chavonda Jones, 23, and her 2-year-old child.
Both victims were transported to Scotland Memorial Hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Jones was treated and later released, while her child was airlifted to another medical facility, where they remain in critical condition.
Preliminary investigations indicate that Jones and her child were sitting inside their vehicle when a red-colored vehicle approached.
A passenger inside the vehicle opened fire, striking both victims, as well as their vehicle and nearby apartments.
Authorities later recovered the suspect vehicle abandoned. Following further investigation, warrants were obtained for Henry Anderson, 16, of 20241 Blakely Road, Laurinburg, NC.
Anderson has been charged with:
- Two counts of Attempted First-Degree Murder
- Three counts of Discharging a Firearm into an Occupied Property
- Discharging a Firearm in City Limits
- Possession of a Firearm by a Minor
The release of Anderson’s information complies with North Carolina General Statute 7B-3103, which permits the disclosure of certain juvenile offender details in cases of serious violent crimes.
Henry Anderson is considered armed and dangerous.
Authorities strongly urge the public not to approach him if spotted. Instead, anyone with information on his whereabouts should immediately contact 911.
Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Scotland Crime Stoppers in the following ways:
- Download the free mobile app: P3tips.com
- Visit the website: www.scotlandcountycs.com
- Call the Crime Stoppers hotline: 910-266-8146
A cash reward of up to $1,000 may be available for information leading to Anderson’s arrest.
This remains an active and ongoing investigation, and further updates will be provided as new details emerge.
Crime
Noemi Hernandez, Mother of Four Murdered By Her Husband Hector Luvianos Two Days Before Christmas
BATAVIA, Ill. — A devastating domestic homicide has left a family and community in mourning just days before Christmas.
Noemi Hernandez, a devoted mother of four, was fatally attacked in the early morning hours of Tuesday, Dec. 23, in what prosecutors allege was a violent act committed by her husband.
The incident occurred at an apartment building in the 100 block of Church Street in Batavia.
According to court records and police reports, at approximately 4:37 a.m., Batavia police were dispatched after a man contacted emergency dispatchers and stated that he had killed his wife.
Responding officers located the man outside the apartment building and took him into custody without incident.
When officers entered the apartment, they found Hernandez suffering from severe, life-threatening injuries.
First responders immediately attempted life-saving measures; however, she was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities identified the suspect as Hector B. Luvianos, 37, who was transported to the Batavia Police Department for questioning.
With assistance from the Kane County Major Crimes Task Force, investigators determined the incident was domestic-related and involved only the two individuals. Police emphasized that there is no ongoing threat to the public.
On Dec. 24, 2025, Kane County State’s Attorney Jamie L. Mosser and Batavia Police Chief Eric Blowers announced that Luvianos has been formally charged with first-degree murder, a Class M felony under Illinois law.
He appeared in court the same day for a pretrial detention hearing, after which a judge ordered him held in the Kane County Jail while the case proceeds.
The Kane County Coroner’s Office responded to the scene, and an autopsy is scheduled to determine the official cause and manner of Hernandez’s death.
In the wake of the tragedy, Hernandez’s family has launched a GoFundMe campaign to help cover funeral and related expenses.
In the fundraiser, the family described Noemi as “the heart of her family,” noting that she worked tirelessly, loved deeply, and always placed her children first. Her sudden death, they wrote, has left the family emotionally devastated and financially unprepared.
As an immigrant family with limited resources and no life insurance, they now face the burden of funeral and cremation costs, legal fees, and other unexpected expenses, all while supporting four children grieving the loss of their mother.
The family is asking for community support to allow them to lay Noemi to rest with dignity and focus on healing rather than financial hardship.
The investigation remains ongoing.