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13 Shot, 2 Killed at North Carolina Halloween House Party Near Maxton

Investigators describe an isolated event, urging witnesses to come forward after more than 150 people left before deputies arrived.

Overview

  • Gunfire at a large rural party in Robeson County early Saturday left 13 people shot, with several critically injured, according to the sheriff’s office.
  • Two victims died, including a 16-year-old, and officials have not formally released the identities of those killed.
  • The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office said there is no ongoing threat to the wider community and characterized the shooting as isolated.
  • More than 150 attendees fled the scene before law enforcement arrived, and no arrests have been announced as the search for suspects continues.
  • Homicide detectives and multiple agencies are processing evidence, the sheriff said there are persons of interest, and one injured victim was airlifted to Chapel Hill.