Vance County Sheriff Curtis Brame has informed WIZS News that a local 14-year-old juvenile suffering from a gunshot wound has died. Another juvenile, age 15, has been charged in the matter.
In a press release, the sheriff indicated an incident occurred Tuesday, Oct 19 shortly before 12:30 p.m. At that time, the Vance County Sheriff’s Office responded to 318 Foxfire Drive in reference to a gunshot victim, the release stated.
At the scene, it was discovered at the time that a 14 year old had suffered a gunshot wound “causing life threatening injuries and was transported to Duke University Hospital.”
Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigators were able to identify a suspect and obtain a secure custody order for the 15 year old, who was then charged with attempted 1st degree murder.
Thursday afternoon Sheriff Brame wrote by email to WIZS and said, “I am sorry that I have to inform you regarding the attached, the 14 year old gunshot victim died as a result of his injury.”
Sheriff Brame confirmed Thursday afternoon the charges would be upgraded or changed to 1st degree murder.
The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Vance County Sheriff’s Office (252) 738-2200 or Crime Stoppers (252) 492-1925. Anyone giving information can remain anonymous.