Robert Pane Hale, 67, known as Cowboy, was shot and killed on June 24, 2019, in the parking lot of a Hardee’s in Gaston, North Carolina. He was found lying between his commercial truck and his personal vehicle. Evidence collected at the scene indicated robbery was the apparent motive.

Multiple agencies investigated the killing, including the Gaston Police Department, the North Carolina SBI, and regional Crimestoppers groups. The family has pushed for answers; Hale’s niece Tiffany Hale described him as a father figure and spoke about the family’s loss. Governor Roy Cooper announced a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to arrest and conviction, and Barnes Transportation offered an additional $2,000 reward.

No suspects or witnesses have been identified and the case remains unsolved. If anyone has information that could help bring justice for Robert Pane Hale, please contact the authorities. Which details about that night might someone remember that could help the investigation?