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
Walls Police Officer Da’Quarius Burton Injured in Deadly Mississippi Crash, Mother Confirms He Is Alive and Safe
DESOTO COUNTY, Mississippi — Walls Police Officer Da’Quarius Burton was injured in a deadly two-vehicle collision on U.S. Highway 61 in DeSoto County, Mississippi, but his mother has confirmed that he is alive, safe and recovering following the crash.
Burton, 27, of Memphis, Tennessee, was driving a Dodge Durango involved in the collision shortly after 8 p.m. Wednesday at the intersection of U.S. Highway 61 and Church Road in Walls.
The crash claimed the lives of three people traveling in a Honda Accord. The incident also left another passenger injured and involved employees of the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Juvenile Detention Center.
Following the crash, misinformation circulated online suggesting that Burton had died and that he was a juvenile detention officer.
His mother, Tee Burton, publicly addressed the reports, firmly correcting the information and asking people to stop sharing unverified claims.
She confirmed that her son is alive, safe and okay. She also emphasized that he is not a juvenile detention officer.
In her statement, she expressed disappointment over reports falsely identifying her son as one of the people who died in the collision.
She also acknowledged the families who lost loved ones and urged the public to show compassion toward everyone affected by the tragedy.
Her statement included the following message:
“My son is alive!!! He is safe, and he is okay!!!”
She further asked people to verify information before publishing or reposting details that could cause unnecessary emotional distress to families.
According to the Mississippi Highway Patrol, a northbound Dodge Durango traveling on U.S. Highway 61 collided with a westbound Honda Accord traveling on Church Road.
Three occupants of the Honda were pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities identified the victims as:
- Latasha N. Dodson, 37, of Horn Lake, Mississippi, the Honda driver.
- Eddie L. Dodson Jr., 41, of Byhalia, Mississippi.
- Tamenshia R. Ford, 32, of Horn Lake, Mississippi.
Burton and another passenger in the Honda survived the collision but sustained injuries and were transported to a local hospital. Their specific medical conditions have not been publicly detailed in the information provided.
The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that two people involved in the crash were employees of its Juvenile Detention Center.
One of those employees was Tamenshia R. Ford, who died in the collision. The second employee was seriously injured.
Sheriff Thomas E. Tuggle II expressed condolences following the death of the employee, describing the person as a respected and beloved member of the department.
“Our fallen officer was a respected and beloved member of our team,” Tuggle said.
The sheriff’s office also recognized the employee’s dedication, compassion and commitment to working with young people entrusted to the facility’s care.
State officials confirmed that the Dodge Durango involved in the collision belonged to the Walls Police Department.
The city’s mayor and police chief also confirmed that a Walls police officer was involved in the crash. Burton’s mother has since clarified that her son is the officer and that he survived.
An SUV displaying Walls Police Department identification was seen being towed from the crash scene Wednesday night.
The Mississippi Highway Patrol is leading the investigation into the fatal collision.
Investigators are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash. Authorities have not released additional details about what led to the vehicles colliding.
The crash resulted in three deaths and left multiple people injured. Burton’s family has asked the public to respect the victims and their loved ones while avoiding the spread of false information.
The investigation remains ongoing.