Marquis LaQuan Powell, 28, of Fayetteville, North Carolina, died of a gunshot wound after being taken to Scotland Memorial Hospital on July 2, 2023. Deputies say acquaintances transported him but were uncooperative with investigators, which has hindered progress. Preliminary information places the shooting in the Laurel Hill community, though no arrests or suspects have been publicly identified.

The Scotland County Sheriff’s Office is asking residents who were in the area that day to check surveillance or doorbell footage and report any unusual activity. Tips can be given to Detective Daigle at 910-266-4332 ext. 2 or to Scotland Crimestoppers at 910-266-8146; anonymous submissions are accepted via the Scotland Crimestoppers website.

Does anyone in Laurel Hill or surrounding areas have surveillance or information that could help clarify what happened to Marquis Powell?