Accident – Death – Obituary News :
Tragic Shooting Incident Claims the Life of Purnell Swett High School Student
Tragedy struck the quiet town of Rowland in Robeson County, North Carolina, on Tuesday night when a 17-year-old student from Purnell Swett High School lost their life in a senseless shooting incident. The victim, identified as Kaden Strickland of Pembroke, was found dead on Downy Road, sending shockwaves through the local community.
Details of the Incident
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office received a distressing call at approximately 10:58 p.m. reporting a person shot in the Rowland area. Deputies rushed to the scene, only to discover the lifeless body of the young student. The authorities have launched a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragic event, with the Homicide and Criminal Investigations Divisions leading the case.
Call for Information
As the community mourns the loss of a promising young individual, the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office is appealing to the public for any information that could assist in solving the case. If you have any details or leads related to this heartbreaking incident, please reach out to the authorities at 910-671-3170 or 910-671-3100.
Our hearts go out to the family and friends of Kaden Strickland during this difficult time. Let us come together as a community to support one another and seek justice for the untimely passing of a beloved member of our society.
Taylor Ford is a digital journalist for News13. She joined the News13 team in January 2023. Taylor is a Florence native and covers the Pee Dee out of News13’s Florence Bureau. Read more of Taylor’s work here.
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