A deadly shooting in Maxton, Robeson County, claimed two lives and left at least eleven critically injured in the early hours of Saturday, October 25, 2025. According to local law enforcement sources, deputies were initially dispatched around 1:15 a.m. for a loud music complaint at a residential property on Dixon Drive when multiple calls reported gunfire.
Investigators confirmed that Jessie Locklear Jr., 49, and Nehemiah Locklear, 16, both from Lumberton, were fatally shot at the scene. The incident involved a large gathering, including teenagers, and quickly escalated into a mass shooting. Authorities described the event as a &ldquo;senseless act of gun violence&rdquo; with tragic consequences.
Eleven others, ranging in age from 17 to 43, sustained serious injuries. Victims were transported to Scotland Health Care in Laurinburg and UNC Health Southeastern Medical Center in Lumberton. One critically injured individual was later moved to an undisclosed facility for intensive care. Several victims remain hospitalised with non-life-threatening injuries, while others were treated and released.
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Survivors include juveniles and young adults from surrounding towns, highlighting the widespread community impact. Sheriff Burnis Wilkins emphasised that the shooting was an isolated event and there is currently no ongoing threat to the public.
Investigators from the Robeson County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office Homicide Division are leading the probe, with support from the Robeson County District Attorney, Fairmont Police, North Carolina ALE, Hoke County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office, and the ATF. Officials are reviewing social media posts from the party, which show alcohol and firearms in the hands of minors, intensifying concerns over safety and accountability.
Authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward, stressing that those responsible for the &ldquo;reckless and heartless&rdquo; act must be held accountable. Community leaders continue to offer support to victims and families as the investigation unfolds.
Latest Update: Investigators have recovered multiple firearms at the scene. Police are examining digital evidence, including party videos, to identify all shooters involved.

Teen party in Maxton ends in mass shooting; authorities probe 13 victims

Maxton Shooting: 2 Dead, 11 Critically Injured

Teen party in Maxton ends in mass shooting; authorities probe 13 victims

October 26, 2025 | 11:49 IST