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Surviving Victims Identified in Robeson County Mass Shooting Dixon Drive near McGirt Gin Road in Maxton
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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.

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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:

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  • 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.

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
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
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
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
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
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
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

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.

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Saylor Graham, 7, Fights to Recover After Silver Rail Elementary School Shooting as Teacher Becky Drury Faces Long Recovery

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BEND, Oregon — Seven-year-old Saylor Graham is recovering from life-threatening injuries after being shot at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, on October 15, 2026. Meanwhile, 54-year-old teacher Becky Drury is beginning a lengthy recovery after suffering gunshot wounds to her left arm and right hand during the deadly school shooting.

The latest updates from the two families offer a glimpse of the difficult road ahead for survivors of a tragedy that claimed the lives of three children and a teacher, leaving families, classmates, and the wider Bend community grieving.

Saylor Graham, described by her family as a loving, feisty girl with a strong determination to thrive, was shot in the jaw during the shooting, according to the information shared by her family and supporters. She was airlifted from Bend for medical treatment.

Her family says the 7-year-old has already faced numerous medical challenges throughout her young life. Now, she is confronting another devastating ordeal, with her parents remaining by her side as she receives treatment and begins the recovery process.

Updates shared about Saylor’s condition have differed. An earlier account described her as being in critical condition, while a later update reported that she was in serious but stable condition. Her latest status should be confirmed with her family or an official source before publication.

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For Saylor’s parents, the emotional strain is accompanied by significant financial uncertainty. Both parents are self-employed, and the demands of remaining at the hospital have sharply limited their ability to work. They must also manage medical expenses, transportation, lodging, household bills, and the needs of their other child.

A GoFundMe fundraiser has been organized to help Saylor’s family manage the financial pressures arising from her injuries and ongoing treatment.

The fundraiser describes Saylor as a daughter, sister, and niece whose determination has carried her through numerous medical challenges. It explains that the family is facing uncertainty as they remain close to her during recovery.

The appeal states that donations will help cover hospital bills, time away from work, lodging, transportation, and other urgent family expenses.

The fundraiser also asks supporters to keep Saylor and her loved ones in their thoughts and prayers, emphasizing that every contribution and act of kindness can make a difference during this difficult time.

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Readers who wish to support Saylor’s recovery can find the fundraiser through the link shared by her family or the original organizer. The campaign details and donation link should be verified before being shared.

Becky Drury, 54, a teacher at Silver Rail Elementary School, was also wounded in the shooting. She suffered gunshot injuries to her left arm and right hand and has undergone surgery.

Her husband, Will, shared a hopeful update, saying the operation went well. However, the injuries to her left arm were extensive, and she is expected to require additional procedures and a prolonged recovery.

Despite the difficult road ahead, her husband’s message offered a moment of relief amid the grief surrounding the shooting.

“The good news is she will be ok and we all get to keep that magnificent woman we love so much in our lives,” he said.

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His words reflect the gratitude of a family facing a frightening and uncertain recovery while knowing that Becky survived.

The shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School left three children and one teacher dead, according to the information provided in reports about the incident.

Five-year-old Rhoam Summer has been publicly identified among the children killed. Megan Lambert, 25, a teacher also known as “Coach Megan,” was identified as the adult victim. Two other children, ages 8 and 11, were also killed.

Their deaths have left four families facing an unimaginable loss. While Saylor and Becky continue their recoveries, the families of those who died are beginning a different and heartbreaking journey of grief.

The contrast between the survivors’ fight to recover and the families’ permanent loss has become one of the most painful realities of the tragedy.

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For Saylor’s family, every update about her condition carries enormous significance. Her parents are navigating the uncertainty of their daughter’s recovery while trying to remain present for her and care for their family.

For Becky Drury’s loved ones, the successful surgery has brought relief, even as further treatment and rehabilitation lie ahead.

Their stories do not erase the devastating loss experienced by the families of the victims. Instead, they highlight the many ways the shooting has changed lives and the long road that survivors and loved ones must now face.

As Bend mourns the children and teacher who did not return home, the community continues to hope for Saylor’s recovery and for Becky to regain her health.

Saylor Graham and Becky Drury are among those still fighting their way forward after the Silver Rail Elementary School shooting. Their families are asking for support, compassion, and privacy as they face the difficult days ahead.

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