Da'Vern Ja'Quan Inman, a 20-year-old male of African American ethnicity, tragically lost his life on November 26, 2021, in Lumberton, North Carolina. He was one of three victims in a triple homicide incident that occurred on Randy Street off Evergreen Church Road near Highway 72 West. The other victims were identified as 24-year-old Ryan Locklear and 20-year-old Treyvon Mitchell.
The Robeson County Sheriff's Office swiftly launched an investigation into the incident.
Within a short period, they arrested 23-year-old Dekota Ray Locklear, who was charged with three counts of first-degree murder, two counts of robbery with a dangerous weapon, discharging a weapon in a vehicle to incite fear, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. Locklear was denied bond and remains in custody without the possibility of release on bail.
Sheriff Burnis Wilkins emphasized the impact of the incident on the community, stating that the actions of an armed convicted felon led to the loss of three lives. He also highlighted the need for stricter measures to hold repeat offenders accountable and reduce crime in the county.
The investigation into the triple homicide is ongoing, and the Robeson County Sheriff's Office continues to seek any additional information that may aid in the case. The community has been urged to come forward with any relevant details to assist law enforcement in their efforts to bring justice for the victims and their families.
The tragic loss of Da'Vern Inman has left a profound impact on his family and friends, who remember him fondly and continue to seek closure and justice for his untimely death.
