Teriyah Herbin was 14 when she was shot and killed at a home on Burton Street in Graham, North Carolina on March 7, 2026. Police found her with a gunshot wound to the chest and she died after being taken to a local hospital.

A 15-year-old male acquaintance was at the residence and remained there; he is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. As of early March no charges had been filed, and the Graham Police Department said it is continuing to investigate to determine whether charges are warranted. The community is left mourning while authorities seek answers.

If anyone saw activity on or near Burton Street that evening or has information about Teriyah, please contact the Graham Police Department.