Deputies, juvenile investigators and crime scene investigators are investigating the shooting. Copyright 2023 WTVD-TV. Aceves is charged with 3 counts of attempted murder, possession of a firearm during the commission of a violent crime, unlawful possession of a handgun, pointing and presenting a firearm, and discharge of a firearm into a vehicle. The sheriff's office said it happened near Singletary Church Road and Highway 211 East. Wilkins said Biggs, allowed the suspect to live at her home to keep him from being homeless.. Biggs is currently at the hospital where she is being treated for multiple gunshot wounds but is expected to be OK, according to the sheriff. Sheriff: 3-year-old killed in Robeson County shooting, investigation underway, Coroner: NC college student struck, killed by vehicle in Myrtle Beach, Police: 1 dead, another hurt after shooting reported at Horry County bar, PHOTOS: Damage reported after Sunday storms move through Grand Strand, Coastal Carolinas Jerrod Clark, Lance Boykin sign with NFL teams, Its desperately needed: New traffic signal comes to Socastee area, Dragon Boat Festival returns to The Market Common, FIRST ALERT: Severe weather threat increases Sunday morning, wmbf-publicfile@gray.tv - (843) 839-9623. Call a head to make an appointment for range. Whats even more disturbing is that Aceves and his co-defendant suspect, Ashley Hayes shot and killed a man simply watching TV in his own home during a cowardly drive-by shooting while an 8-year-old child was riding along in the car.. Anyone familiar with Lumberton and the Robeson County courthouse, both about 100 miles southwest of Raleigh, is accustomed to justice unfolding slowly. Think outside the box this Mothers Day and opt for gifts other than flowers and chocolate. (ENTER FROM ELIAS RD.) A 3-year-old was shot outside of Lumberton, according to the Robeson County Sheriff's Office. Copyright 2023 WMBF. One man was pronounced dead. The sheriff's office is expected to release more information. Robeson County Sheriff Burnis Wilkins later said three people were dead and one was injured during a shooting. If that guy would shoot his own family members, imagine what he would do to you and I?. When deputies arrived on the scene they received information from witnesses on the scene that 46-year-old Corey Grant Leak had left the scene. ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) Robeson County deputies arrested a man Friday in connection with a deadly shooting on April 14, according to a news release from the sheriff's office.. He said that Leak had been living with 71-year-old Equilla Biggs who is believed to be Leaks cousin. ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) A suspect was taken into custody after a several-hour standoff in Dillon County that involved shots being fired at deputies during an investigation into a death. Man dies after Robeson County triple shooting, deputies say. During the shooting a Robeson County Sheriff's Office vehicle was struck multiple times. ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) Robeson County deputies arrested a man Friday in connection with a deadly shooting on April 14, according to a news release from the sheriffs office. ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WMBF) - A second suspect in an alleged murder is in custody, the Robeson County Sheriff's Office said Friday morning. The incident was reported around 10:15 p.m. when deputies were sent to the 80 block of Darell Drive. ROBESON COUNTY, NC - On Monday, a tragic incident unfolded in the area of Singletary Church Road and Highway 211 East, just outside of Lumberton, when three-year-old Legacy Alford was fatally shot. How we got here, what's new and why they face resistance, Raleigh resident arrested for defacing priceless art case during demonstration, 7 arrested after raid at 'illegal' bar in Raleigh, Woman dies after crashing, being ejected from car on I-885 in Durham, 7 arrested after ALE search at illegal business in Raleigh. The suspect was "agitated" after neighbors asked him to stop shooting from his porch. 1 killed, 1 wounded when shots fired during altercation: Clinton PD, Flooding, storm damage, power outages reported, Neighbor shocked after Fayetteville police officer, wife found dead. Leak had not been charged with any criminal offenses since he was released on parole in October 2020, according to the sheriffs office. Were doing our part. The North Carolina Medical Examiners Office will conduct an autopsy and evidence will be presented to the Robeson County District Attorneys Office at the conclusion of the investigation. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Think outside the box this Mothers Day and opt for gifts other than flowers and chocolate. 1998 - 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. | All Rights Reserved. There was an argument over who took his money and [Leak] just lost it, Wilkins said. Whether its a short vacation or theyre jetting off to begin their career, show the future traveler you care with a meaningful graduation gift. How many chances are we going to allow? ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) A 3-year-old girl has died after being shot Monday in Robeson County, authorities said. 0:04. ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) A triple homicide on Tuesday in Robeson County is believed to have stemmed from an argument about money, Sheriff Burnis Wilkins said Wednesday in a news conference. Apr. Wilkins said Leak was spotted by a citizen riding a moped without a helmet and he was eventually taken into custody in the Maxton area. Get the Android Weather app from Google Play, NFL players daughter drowns after falling in pool, Man shot inside vehicle in Marion, police say, MYR terminal expansion will add 6 new gates, Virginia doctor accused of illegal oxycodone scheme, Police: Man in custody after son shot to death in, Man charged in Marlboro County illegal gambling operation, Man jailed on murder charge in deadly Robeson Co., 2 Darlington County men arrested on illegal gambling, No. Leak was on parole for a 1996 murder conviction at the time of Tuesdays killings, according to Robeson County Sheriff Burnis Wilkins. The multi-agency investigation included the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division, The Dillon County Sheriffs Office, the Robeson County Sheriffs Office, the Fairmont Police Department, the Columbus County Sheriffs Office and Fayetteville Police Department Forensics Unit/Firearms Section. Again, law enforcement constantly catches that blame, but its not our fault. Sheriff Burnis Wilkins said deputies, juvenile investigators and crime scene investigators were called to the shooting in the area of Singletary Church Road and Highway 211 East, just outside of Lumberton. Download the News13 appto stay updated on the go.Sign up for WBTW email alertsto have breaking news sent to your inbox.Find todays top stories on WBTW.comfor the Grand Strand and Pee Dee. He added that the 71-year-old mother and grandmother lost two of her children in the shooting. Copyright 2023 WTVD-TV. The sheriff said that more charges could be forthcoming and that Leak is being held under no bond. The Red Springs Police Department, Maxton Police Department, and the North Carolina State Highway Patrol Aviation Division also responded to the scene. Deputies. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. On Thursday, investigators with the Robeson County Sheriffs Office arrested Ashley N. Hayes, 37, at her job in Columbus County. Robeson County sheriff's deputies responding Saturday night to a report of two people being shot while traveling in a vehicle in Pembroke found the mother and child with gunshot wounds,. I dont know what its going to take, law enforcement constantly catches that blame but its not our fault. Corey Grant Leak, 46, of Red Springs, is charged with three counts of first-degree murder, one count of assault with a deadly weapon inflicting serious injury with intent to kill, two counts of possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, attempted murder, possession of a stolen firearm, two counts of trafficking in cocaine, possession with intent to sell or deliver cocaine, maintaining a drug vehicle, and possession of drug paraphernalia, according to online booking records. Weve lost basically a family here, and friends, in the small community of Red Springs, Wilkins said. ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WMBF) - Three people are dead and a fourth is in the hospital after a shooting Tuesday afternoon just outside Red Springs. No other details were immediately [] On Saturday, Draquine Floyd Jr. passed away after getting his hands on a firearm and shooting himself in the head by accident. LUMBERTON A press conference Thursday held by the family of a Red Springs man shot and killed by Robeson County sheriff's deputies earlier this year was a call for greater . Anyone with information about the case is asked to call the Robeson County Sheriffs Office at (910) 671-3100 or (910) 671-3170. Deputies arrested Jeremy A. Wilkins said Leak was out on parole at the time of the shooting. Investigators believe there was an argument over missing money, which led to the shooting. ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WBTW) A 3-year-old girl has died after being shot Monday in Robeson County, authorities said. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. There was a court hearing in the case on Thursday morning at 10 a.m., according to a court official. All rights reserved. Steven Douglas, 34, of Pembroke, was pronounced dead upon arrival to the medical center. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives assisted in the investigation. Folks, were doing our job, he said. He is on active parole until 2025. Firing range lanes available for rent $10.00 per hr/ per person. Authorities believe an 8-year-old child was in the car when the two allegedly committed the drive-by shooting that killed Adams. Sheriff Burnis Wilkins said deputies, juvenile-unit. If you want a pest-free patio this spring, the most important thing you can do is take away those elements that bugs find desirable. Sheriff Burnis Wilkins said deputies, juvenile. ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. A mother from Robeson County is speaking out about the suffering she is going through as a result of the passing of her son, who was 7 years old. When asked about a motive behind the shootings, Wilkins said their investigation has found it may have happened because of some missing money and there was an argument over who had taken Leaks money. The Robeson County Sheriffs Office dispatched its SWAT team and also called the North Carolina Highway Patrol for help in the search. LUMBERTON, N.C. (WTVD) -- The Robeson County Sheriff's Office said Monday that it is investigating after a 3-year-old was shot. Deputies said the investigation is still ongoing. William Brian Mayers, 43, and Anna M. Morales, 33, both of Lumberton were arrested in connection to the death of 46-year-old Christopher Chavis. In a Robeson County Sheriff's Office news release at 4:25 p.m., deputies said at least two people were shot in the area of Samuel Drive just south of Red Springs, which is about 15 miles southwest of Fayetteville. Wilkins identified them as 51-year-old Donald Williams and 34-year-old Sierra Wherry. Aceves is originally from Texas, and this is where his previous convictions occurred. What SC county is the best for turkey hunting? According to the report, before deputies arrived, 3-year-old Legacy Alford, of Lumberton was headed toward a hospital, driven by a private citizen. Victims in Robeson County shooting identified WRAL 46.5K subscribers Subscribe 390 views 1 month ago #northcarolina #localnews Four people were shot and three people were killed in a. He is charged with murder in the first degree, attempted murder, aggravated assault with intent to kill and possession of a firearm by a felon. Whether its a short vacation or theyre jetting off to begin their career, show the future traveler you care with a meaningful graduation gift. Wilkins said detectives spotted him and they were able to surround him and take him into custody around 4:30 p.m. Tuesday. The sheriff said that Williams and Wherry were shot multiple times and added that Williams even tried to escape from the suspect. A second suspect in an alleged murder is in custody, the Robeson County Sheriffs Office said Friday morning. The body will be sent to the North Carolina Medical Examiners Office for an autopsy. Anyone with information about the triple homicide is asked to call 910-671-3100 or 910-671-3170. Robeson County Sheriff Burnis Wilkinslater said three people were dead and one was injured during a shooting. Earlier, officials said they were seeking Corey Grant Leak, 46, of Red Springs as a person of interest in the case. Robeson's slow justice The violent crime rate there consistently ranks among the highest in the state, but Robeson has the legal resources of a rural outpost because more people live in Cary than its vast swampland. How do I keep bugs off my patio this spring? 1 killed, 1 wounded when shots fired during altercation: Clinton PD, Flooding, storm damage, power outages reported, Neighbor shocked after Fayetteville police officer, wife found dead. The vehicle transporting the child was met by Robeson County EMS and transported to UNC Southeastern Medical Center. The sheriff said the investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact the Robeson County Sheriff's Office at (910) 671-3170 or (910) 671-3100. 2 arrested, charged in connection to shooting death of 46-year-old Lumberton man, Coroner: NC college student struck, killed by vehicle in Myrtle Beach, Police: 1 dead, another hurt after shooting reported at Horry County bar, PHOTOS: Damage reported after Sunday storms move through Grand Strand, Coastal Carolinas Jerrod Clark, Lance Boykin sign with NFL teams, Its desperately needed: New traffic signal comes to Socastee area, Dragon Boat Festival returns to The Market Common, FIRST ALERT: Severe weather threat increases Sunday morning, wmbf-publicfile@gray.tv - (843) 839-9623. The investigation into the drive-by shooting. Before deputies arrived, a private citizen was transporting the child to a hospital. Deputies were called at about 7:45 p.m. to Sonya Drive in the Maxton area. If you want a pest-free patio this spring, the most important thing you can do is take away those elements that bugs find desirable. Sweat, 20, of Fairmont and charged him first-degree murder and discharging a weapon in an enclosure to incite fear. The Robeson County Sheriff's Office said they responded around 2:21 a. m. tothe area of Highway 72 West in Pembroke for reports of a person shot. Hayes was placed in the custody of the Robeson County Detention Center without bond. Aceves criminal history shows he is currently a fugitive wanted in the state of Texas for a parole violation. Early in my career, I could remember a time you would not see murder suspects walking the streets.. Im in my 42nd year of law enforcement and its just disheartening, Wilkins said. ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WMBF) - The Robeson County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a three-year-old child was fatally shot Monday. James. Leak and Beauregard grew up together. 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One person has been charged in connection with a deadly shooting in Robeson County on Sunday. But how many felonies does it take to keep a proven criminal behind bars? At around 2:59 p.m. Monday, sheriff . 410 were here. He was convicted on murder charges on July 12, 1996, and was sentenced to life but released from prison in October 2020. ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WMBF) - A second suspect in an alleged murder is in custody, the Robeson County Sheriffs Office said Friday morning. I dont know what its going to take, Wilkins said. Body discovered in Lumber River in Robeson County The Robeson County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a body was discovered in the Lumber River. TRENDING:1 dead after truck runs into tree and house in Darlington Co. Family members and sources. Wilkins added that Leak has been cooperative. In a Robeson County Sheriff's Office news release at 4:25 p.m., deputies said at least two people were shot in the area of Samuel Drive just south of Red Springs, which is about 15 miles southwest of Fayetteville. 910-734-3460. The system has allowed this man to walk amongst us, and now we have an innocent dead man with grieving family and friends Wilkins said. Think outside the box this Mothers Day and opt for gifts other than flowers and chocolate. The shooting happened at about 3 p.m. in the area of Singletary Church Road and Highway 211 East outside of Lumberton, according to the Robeson County Sheriffs Office. No other details were immediately released. PREVIOUS COVERAGE | Robeson County Sheriffs Office investigating after Lumberton man shot, killed. Later, the Robeson County Sheriffs Office said the suspect in the shootings was in custody of deputies near Maxton. Whether its a short vacation or theyre jetting off to begin their career, show the future traveler you care with a meaningful graduation gift. Deputies responded to the 6000 block of Deep Branch Road in Pembroke around 10:30 p.m. after hearing a call for multiple individuals shot. This is the official Facebook page of the Robeson County Sheriff's Office in. The shooting happened at about 3 p.m. in the area of Singletary. ROBESON COUNTY, N.C. (WMBF) The Robeson County Sheriffs Office is investigating after a three-year-old child was fatally shot Monday. Legacy Alford of Lumberton was taken away from [] Sheriff's Office: Two teens charged. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. The case is being investigated by the homicide and juvenile divisions of the sheriffs office. Robeson County Sheriff Burnis Wilkins. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Copyright 2023 WMBF. 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