By Sean Hancock
Update: October 29, 2025
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office continues to actively investigate the Oct. 25, Halloween-themed party that took place outside of Maxton. The shooting left 11 people injured and two dead. Sheriff’s Office Homicide Detectives along with FBI, ATF and N.C Alcohol Law Enforcement Agents are working to identify witnesses and all individuals involved.
“I ask that the public be patient as we continue working alongside state and federal agencies to bring those responsible for this horrific act to justice. This investigation is complex in that multiple witnesses are being identified, victims who remain hospitalized must be interviewed, and forensic evidence will have to be carefully analyzed. Rest assured, we will not stop until those involved are held accountable,” Sheriff Burnis Wilkins stated.
The Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information, photos, or videos related to the incident to come forward. Tips can be submitted by calling the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office at 910-671-3100 or through the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office website by clicking the attached link.
October 28, 2025
Two people are dead, and 11 were injured after a shooting during a house party in Maxton on Oct. 25. At 1:15 A.M, the Robeson County Sheriff’s Department were dispatched in response to complaints of loud noise and a shooting at 298 Dixon Drive, Maxton. The officers found Nehemiah Locklear, 16, and Jessie Locklear Jr., 49, dead. Both were residents of Lumberton.
“This was yet another senseless act of gun violence that has taken the lives of two individuals and left many others seriously injured,” Sheriff Burnis Wilkins stated in a press release.
The other victims of the shooting were transported to Scotland Health Care in Laurinburg and UNC Health Southeastern Medical Center in Lumberton. One of the victims was moved to an undisclosed medical facility with life-threatening injuries. Some victims are still in the hospital receiving treatment for non-life-threatening injuries, while others have been medically cleared to be released.
The surviving victims are:
• A Juvenile, 17, of Maxton, NC
• Nicole Harris, 18, of Raeford, NC
• Anthony Harris, 18, of Maxton, NC
• Jerami Locklear, 18, of Laurel Hill, NC
• Trevor Jacobs, 18, of Pembroke, NC
• Tylon Locklear, 20, of Pembroke, NC
• Kiona Oxendine, 22, of Lumberton, NC
• Erin Hatcher, 23, of Pembroke, NC
• Gabriel Bullard, 27, of Lumberton, NC
• Lacy Chavis, 29, of Shannon, NC
• Delilah Locklear, 43, of Lumberton, NC
“What makes this even more disturbing is the involvement of teenagers, alcohol, and guns at a large house party. Dozens of videos posted from the party on multiple platforms, simply show that Alcohol and Guns don’t mix, regardless of age. As seen here, the consequences are once again tragic,” Sheriff Burnis Wilkins stated in a press release. “Those responsible for this reckless and heartless act must be held accountable. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and all those affected by this tragic event.”
Anyone with information regarding this case is urged to contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office at 910-671-3100 or email sheriff.wilkins@robesoncountysonc.gov