Angie Britt, a 54-year-old woman from Murfreesboro, North Carolina, tragically lost her life on August 17, 2022, as a result of a drive-by shooting. The incident occurred while she was operating a vehicle on Boone Farm Road, just outside the community of Union. The fatal shots were fired from another vehicle shortly after 11:30 a.m., and despite medical resuscitation efforts at the scene, Britt was transported to ECU Roanoke-Chowan Hospital in Ahoskie, where she passed away.
At the time of the shooting, Britt had three passengers in her vehicle, all juveniles, who fortunately were not injured. The Hertford County Sheriff's Office, led by Sheriff Dexter Hayes, immediately launched an investigation into the incident. They processed Britt's vehicle for evidence and worked to determine the number of shots fired. The Sheriff's Office also encouraged anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
The investigation quickly led to the arrest of a local 16-year-old juvenile, who was charged with first-degree murder in connection with Britt's death. The juvenile was taken into custody and held at the Juvenile Detention Center in Greenville. Sheriff Hayes stated that Britt was not the intended target of the shooter or shooters, and the investigation suggested that others might be involved.
Further developments in the case saw the arrest of a second individual, 23-year-old Tamjhae Williams of Ahoskie, who was also charged with first-degree murder. Williams was apprehended in Greensboro and held without bond at the Hertford County Detention Center. The motive for the shooting was believed to be gang-related.
The tragic death of Angie Britt, a 54-year-old woman, has left a profound impact on her community. The investigation into her murder continues as law enforcement officials work tirelessly to bring all those involved to justice.
