Michael Lee Moore, 36, of Cherryville, North Carolina, was shot and killed on April 14, 2021, around 12:45 a.m. He was found on W.H. Kiser Road near Long Shoals and later died at CaroMont Regional Medical Center from his injuries.

The Gaston County Police Department identified two suspects in the investigation. Marvin Christopher Neal, 36, of Lincolnton, was charged with first-degree murder and is being held at the Gaston County Jail. A second suspect, Donald Christopher Wheeling, 26, was charged with first-degree murder plus felony fleeing to elude arrest and possession of stolen property after attempting to flee from police on a stolen motorcycle.

Investigators continue to handle the case and are asking anyone with information to contact Crimestoppers; tips that lead to an arrest may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000. If anyone knew Michael or saw activity on W.H. Kiser Road that night, please share what you know with authorities.