Timothy James ’T.J.’ Long, 35, was shot and killed at his residence on Ted Lane in Salisbury, North Carolina on October 17, 2021. Known locally as Mustang Monster for his national-level wrestling, he worked in construction and enjoyed camping, fishing and bonfires. A memorial service was held on October 22, 2021, at Rowan Memorial Park Chapel in the Pines.

Deputies later arrested 34-year-old John Pierre Jandrew and charged him with Long’s murder; the case was proceeding through the legal system. T.J. is survived by his parents Patty and Jerry Long Sr; his children Kylee Long, Trent Long and Bentley Greco; and siblings Robin Leaser, Deborah Arrowood, Jerry Long Jr, Mark Hunt, Renee Greco, Michael Philbeck Jr and Michael Long.

If anyone knew T.J. or has information about the shooting, please come forward to share what you know.