Kenny Dean Locklear, 47, was found dead of a gunshot wound on April 20, 2024, at a residence in the 2600 block of West McDuffie Crossing Road in Lumberton. Robeson County Sheriff’s deputies who responded to reports of a shooting opened a homicide investigation at the scene.

Known as Skins, Locklear lived in Pembroke and is described as a devoted family man and hard worker. He is survived by his parents Norma and Ted Holmes; his fiancée Ashley F. Locklear; sons Jonah D. Locklear and Kenneth Locklear; adopted sons Isaiah O. Locklear and Jasiah O. Locklear; granddaughter Jaylee Kayleana Locklear; sister Amy L. Locklear; and brother Christopher Locklear. The family says his death has left a significant void.

No arrests or suspects have been announced. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office at (910) 671-3170.