Lowell Anderson, a 58-year-old man from Fayetteville, was tragically shot and killed on November 25, 2022, in Hope Mills, North Carolina. The incident occurred in the 3500 block of Town Street, near Legion Road, around 10:40 p.m. Anderson was pronounced dead at the scene from a single gunshot wound.
The Cumberland County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation into Anderson's death and identified Zachary Maurice Richardson, a 34-year-old man from Fayetteville, as the suspect.
Richardson was arrested in Jesup, Georgia, and is awaiting extradition back to Cumberland County to face charges. He has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with Anderson's death.
The public played a crucial role in assisting law enforcement in tracking down Richardson, who was considered armed and dangerous. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with further information is encouraged to contact the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office Homicide Detective Sgt. J. McLeod at 677-6592 or Crimestoppers at 483-TIPS .
This case has drawn significant attention due to the violent nature of the crime and the swift arrest of the suspect. The community continues to mourn the loss of Lowell Anderson and seeks justice for his untimely death.
