Williford Robinson Jr., a 46-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on November 15, 2022, in White Oak, North Carolina. The incident occurred on Tatum and Monroe Lane, where he was found deceased alongside another male, Josey Rodriguez, aged 41. The Bladen County Sheriff's Office responded to a 911 call reporting shots fired at approximately 5 a.m. Upon arrival, deputies discovered the lifeless bodies of both men.
The authorities have classified the case as a homicide and are actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths. The Bladen County Sheriff's Office has urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation. As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects publicly identified in connection with the murders.
Williford Robinson Jr. was survived by his mother, Marilyn Robinson, his sister, Kchawn Whitted, and two brothers, Barnabas B. Council and Donnie Robinson. The community mourned his loss, and a funeral service was held on November 20, 2022, at St. Rest AME Zion Church in White Oak. The investigation into his death remains ongoing, with law enforcement authorities continuing to seek leads and gather evidence to bring justice to the victims and their families.
