On June 27, 2024, at about 5:30 p.m., deputies from the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office responded to a reported shooting in the 1300 block of Wiregrass Road near Lumberton, North Carolina. Officers found 23-year-old Terry Leach Jr. suffering from a gunshot wound; despite medical attention, he died at the scene. The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office Homicide Division led the investigation with assistance from Lumberton and Fairmont police.

Investigators identified suspects in the homicide. On July 2, 2024, 24-year-old Shyheim Devonte Alford of Fairmont was arrested and charged with first-degree murder, discharging a firearm into occupied property, and assault with a deadly weapon with a minor present. He was held at the Robeson County Detention Center without bond. On July 22, 2024, 22-year-old Nalyjah Alford of Fairmont was arrested and charged with first-degree murder, discharging a firearm into occupied property, assault with a deadly weapon with a minor present, and felony conspiracy; she was also held without bond.

The community has mourned Leach’s death and an online memorial page was created where friends and family have shared memories. If anyone has information about the shooting, contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office at 910-671-3170?