Crime
Mass Shooting at Juvenile Party in Tacoma Leaves Two Dead, Several Injured
TACOMA, WA – A tragic mass shooting erupted at a juvenile house party early Saturday morning, leaving two people dead and four others injured, authorities confirmed.
On Saturday, March 29th, at approximately 12:24 a.m., deputies responded to reports of a large gathering in the 17800 block of 25th Avenue Court East.
Witnesses described a chaotic scene, with 30-40 juveniles running and screaming in the street. Multiple 911 callers reported that a physical altercation had broken out just before gunfire erupted.
As deputies arrived, they encountered vehicles attempting to flee while others became stuck in the neighborhood’s congested streets.
Upon reaching the scene, deputies discovered a male victim lying in the street and immediately began life-saving measures, but he was tragically pronounced deceased at the scene.
Authorities later confirmed that five additional victims had self-transported to local hospitals for treatment. One of the hospitalized victims later succumbed to his injuries.
The remaining four victims sustained serious gunshot wounds but are expected to survive.
The youngest victim is a 16-year-old male, while the others range in age from 17 to 21.
Authorities have confirmed that one male juvenile is in custody in connection with the shooting.
The crime scene remains active and secured, with detectives and forensic teams processing evidence.
Investigators have recovered multiple shell casings scattered throughout the street, and two firearms have been located.
Nearby homes and vehicles sustained gunfire damage, prompting deputies to conduct welfare checks in the surrounding area.
No additional victims have been located.
A large portion of the neighborhood remains blocked off, and 25th Avenue Court East is currently closed. Authorities urge residents to avoid the area while the investigation continues.
Officials emphasized the dangers of large, unsupervised gatherings, stating that this incident serves as a grim reminder of how quickly a celebration can turn into tragedy.
“Our deputies and first responders have endured an incredibly difficult 24 hours, and we strongly urge the community to take steps to prevent further senseless violence,” authorities stated.
Anyone with information related to this shooting is urged to contact law enforcement. Anonymous tips can be submitted through local authorities or Crime Stoppers.
Crime
Victims Identified in Deadly Robeson County Mass Shooting
Two Dead, 13 Injured in Mass Shooting at Large Party in Robeson County, North Carolina
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. — A late-night party in eastern North Carolina turned deadly early Saturday morning when gunfire erupted, leaving two people dead and 13 others injured, according to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office.
Sheriff Burnis Wilkins confirmed that deputies were called to the scene on Dixon Drive, just outside the town of Maxton, at approximately 3:00 a.m. following reports of a shooting at a large outdoor gathering attended by more than 150 people.
When deputies arrived, chaos had already unfolded — witnesses said over 150 individuals fled the area before law enforcement could secure the scene.
Authorities identified the deceased victims as Jessie Locklear and his son Nehemiah Locklear.
Several other victims sustained critical injuries and were transported to area hospitals for emergency treatment.
Sheriff Wilkins stated that, based on preliminary findings, the shooting appears to have been an isolated incident, and there is no ongoing threat to the wider community.
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from multiple agencies, continues to investigate the circumstances that led to the violence.
Detectives are working to determine the motive and identify all parties involved.
Authorities are urging anyone with information—or anyone who attended the gathering and witnessed the incident—to contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Investigators at 910-671-3100.
“We know there were many people present when this occurred,” Sheriff Wilkins said. “If you saw something or know something, we need you to come forward to help bring justice to the victims and their families.”