Crime
Surviving Victims Identified in Robeson County Mass Shooting
ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. — A late-night Halloween celebration in Robeson County ended in tragedy early Saturday when gunfire erupted at a large outdoor gathering on Dixon Drive near McGirt Gin Road in Maxton.
Authorities confirmed that 13 people were shot, including two who were killed and several others who remain hospitalized with critical injuries.
According to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were initially dispatched to 298 Dixon Drive around 1:15 a.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2025, in response to a loud music complaint.
Before their arrival, 911 communications received multiple calls reporting that several individuals had been shot at the location.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered Jessie Locklear Jr., 49, and Nehemiah Locklear, 16, both of Lumberton, deceased at the scene.
As law enforcement secured the area, additional shooting victims began arriving at nearby hospitals, including Scotland Health Care in Laurinburg and UNC Health Southeastern Medical Center in Lumberton.
One victim was later airlifted to an undisclosed medical facility with life-threatening injuries.
Authorities say the shooting occurred during a large Halloween-themed outdoor party promoted on social media as a “Dirt Road Halloween Party” with the tagline, “Ain’t no party like the dirt road party.”
Flyers for the event advertised “FREE PJ, BYOB, and leave ya drama with ya mama,” drawing a crowd estimated at over 150 attendees.
When deputies arrived, most of the crowd had already fled, leaving behind overturned tables, scattered debris, and abandoned vehicles.
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the following individuals were among those injured:
- Juvenile, 17, of Maxton, NC
- Nicole Harris, 18, of Raeford, NC
- Anthony Harris, 18, of Maxton, NC
- Jerami Locklear, 18, of Laurel Hill, NC
- Trevor Jacobs, 18, of Pembroke, NC
- Tylon Locklear, 20, of Pembroke, NC
- Kiona Oxendine, 22, of Lumberton, NC
- Erin Hatcher, 23, of Pembroke, NC
- Gabriel Bullard, 27, of Lumberton, NC
- Lacy Chavis, 29, of Shannon, NC
- Delilah Locklear, 43, of Lumberton, NC
Several victims remain hospitalized, while others have since been treated and released.
In a statement, Sheriff Burnis Wilkins condemned the violence and emphasized the dangers of mixing alcohol and firearms, particularly among young people.
“This was yet another senseless act of gun violence that has taken the lives of two individuals and left many others seriously injured,” Sheriff Wilkins said. “What makes this even more disturbing is the involvement of teenagers, alcohol, and guns at a large house party. Dozens of videos posted from the event show that alcohol and guns don’t mix—regardless of age. As seen here, the consequences are once again tragic.”
He added that those responsible for the “reckless and heartless act” will be held accountable and extended condolences to the families of the victims and the broader community impacted by the shooting.
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Division is leading the investigation, with assistance from multiple agencies including the Robeson County District Attorney’s Office, Robeson County Emergency Management, Fairmont Police Department, North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement (ALE), Hoke County Sheriff’s Office, and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF).
Residents are urged to contact investigators with any information that may aid the case.
📞 Robeson County Sheriff’s Office: 910-671-3100
📧 Email: sheriff.wilkins@robesoncountync.gov
Authorities continue to review social media footage and witness accounts as part of the ongoing investigation.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.