Shaneta Allen

In the early morning hours of November 6, 2023, a grim discovery was made in Greensboro, North Carolina. A 32-year-old woman, Shaneta Allen, was found lying in the 2200 block of McKnight Mill Road. Responding to a call around 3:45 a.m., police officers found her with a serious gunshot wound. Despite the efforts of emergency responders, Allen succumbed to her injuries. The eastbound and westbound lanes of McKnight Mill Road at 16th Street were closed for several hours as the investigation into her death began.

Known affectionately as 'Seeky,' Shaneta was described as a strong-willed individual with an enormous heart and a wonderful sense of humor. She had recently become a mother to a baby boy named Jayceon and was cherishing her new role. Her family and friends remembered her for the love she shared with them and the special bond she had with her new son. Her life was tragically cut short, leaving behind a grieving family and community.

For nearly a year, the case remained under investigation. Then, on October 1, 2024, the Greensboro Police Department announced an arrest in connection with Allen's murder. Thirty-six-year-old Phillip Neam was taken into custody and charged with first-degree murder and robbery with a dangerous weapon. Authorities revealed that Neam and Allen had been in a personal relationship at the time of her death. Following his arrest, Neam was held at the Guilford County Jail.