Andrew Montgomery, a 23-year-old male from Laurinburg, North Carolina, tragically lost his life on July 9, 2021. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning when Laurinburg police responded to a call about a suspicious vehicle on the US 74 off-ramp at US 401. Upon arrival, officers discovered two individuals inside the vehicle, both suffering from gunshot wounds.
Andrew Montgomery was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other occupant was airlifted to a hospital in critical condition.
The investigation quickly led to the arrest of Triandes Quashaun Frazier, a 31-year-old male from Hamlet, North Carolina. Frazier was found walking along US 74 later that morning and was taken into custody without incident. He was charged with multiple offenses, including murder, assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill, discharging a firearm within an enclosure to incite fear, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and discharging a firearm within city limits.
The Laurinburg Police Department credited the swift arrest to the cooperation of the public and the diligent efforts of the responding officers and detectives. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding Andrew Montgomery's death is ongoing, and authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward.
Andrew Montgomery's death has left a profound impact on the Laurinburg community. He was remembered by friends and family as a kind and caring individual who was taken too soon. His funeral services were held on July 20, 2021, at Hillside Memorial Park in Laurinburg, where loved ones gathered to pay their respects and celebrate his life.
