Edward Leon High, a 40-year-old male of African American ethnicity from Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina, tragically lost his life on August 1, 2021. He was fatally shot in a double shooting incident on Burton Street in Roanoke Rapids. High was pronounced dead at the scene, having suffered multiple gunshot wounds. Another man was also found with a gunshot wound and was taken to the hospital, though his condition was not immediately disclosed.
Hours after the incident, Roanoke Rapids police
arrested and charged Jimmy E. Jones III, 35, of Roanoke Rapids, with murder. Jones was also charged with going armed to terrorize the people, two counts of discharging a weapon into an occupied dwelling, possession of a firearm by a felon, and discharging a weapon in the city limits. Jones was held without bond.
The investigation into the shooting revealed that Jones was the primary suspect in the case. The community was urged to come forward with any information that could assist in the investigation, and the police department provided contact details for those wishing to share information anonymously.
The loss of Edward Leon High deeply affected his family and friends, who remembered him as a beloved son, brother, and father. His memorial services were held to honor his memory and provide support to those grieving his loss.
The case remains a significant event in Roanoke Rapids, with ongoing efforts to ensure justice for Edward Leon High and his family.
