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 Halloween celebration in Robeson County ended in tragedy early Saturday morning after gunfire erupted at a large outdoor party, leaving two people dead and at least 13 others injured, several of them critically.
According to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched to the area of Dixon Drive near McGirt Gin Road, just outside of Maxton, shortly after 3:00 a.m., following reports of multiple shots fired at a large gathering.
When deputies arrived, they found a chaotic and disturbing scene — vehicles abandoned in nearby fields, overturned tables, and debris scattered across the property. Investigators estimate that more than 150 people had attended the event, most of whom fled before law enforcement arrived.
Authorities identified the victims who lost their lives as Jessie Locklear and Nehemiah Locklear.
Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
Several of the injured were transported to local hospitals, while others with more severe injuries were airlifted to regional trauma centers, including UNC Medical Center in Chapel Hill.
The event, advertised online as a “Halloween Dirt Road Party” at 298 Dixon Drive, featured the slogan: “Ain’t no party like the dirt road party.” Flyers also encouraged guests to “BYOB” and “leave ya drama with ya mama.” The gathering was scheduled to begin at 10 p.m. Friday and continue into the early morning hours.
In a statement, Sheriff Burnis Wilkins described the incident as a devastating act of violence but emphasized that investigators believe it was an isolated event, noting that there is no ongoing threat to the wider community.
“More than 150 people ran from the location before deputies arrived,” Sheriff Wilkins said. “We are urging anyone who attended or who has information to come forward and assist our investigators in bringing those responsible to justice.”
Throughout Saturday, social media was filled with messages of grief, support, and disbelief from community members mourning the victims. Friends and family members of those injured expressed heartbreak that what was meant to be a night of celebration ended in unimaginable loss.
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from state and local agencies, continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
Anyone with information about the incident or who was present during the shooting is urged to contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations Division at 910-671-3100 or email sheriff.wilkins@robesoncountync.gov.
The community continues to grieve as investigators work to uncover what led to the deadly violence that shattered a night meant for celebration.
Crime
Two Brothers and Their Sister Found Dead Inside Mount Holly Home After Postal Worker Discovers 911 Note
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — Law enforcement officials are investigating the deaths of three individuals after a postal worker made a disturbing discovery at a Mount Holly residence on Friday, November 6.
Emergency responders were dispatched to a home on Winding Way after a mail carrier noticed a heavily taped, handwritten message on the front door instructing anyone who saw it to call 911.
The note reportedly contained drawings of two unhappy faces with crosses over their eyes alongside the text “9-1-1 Inside.”
Upon entering the residence, responding Mount Holly Police officers discovered three deceased individuals inside the home.
Preliminary reports indicate that officers encountered a significant amount of blood within the property, though official investigators have not yet publicly detailed the exact scene conditions.
While law enforcement has not formally released the victims’ names pending official identification and next-of-kin notifications, neighbors identified the deceased as three siblings in their 60s who had resided in the neighborhood for many years: Roslyn (or Rosalind) Monk, Randy Monk, and William “Will” Monk.
Community members described the residents as quiet and friendly, expressing shock over the sudden tragedy in their neighborhood.
The Burlington County Prosecutor’s Office, in coordination with the Mount Holly Township Police Department, has launched a full investigation into the incident.
Autopsies are currently underway by medical examiners to determine the exact cause and manner of death for all three individuals.
Officials have not yet confirmed whether foul play or a homicide is suspected, and no information regarding potential suspects has been released.
Our deepest thoughts, prayers, and condolences go out to the family, loved ones, and Mount Holly community affected by this devastating loss.