Justin James Locklear, a 22-year-old white male, was tragically shot and killed on February 27, 2021, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The incident occurred late at night, around 11:30 p.m., outside a residence on 20th Avenue SW in Brookford. According to reports, residents of the house heard noises outside and discovered Locklear in their yard. It was reported that Locklear attacked a male occupant of the house before being shot and killed by a woman at the residence.
The Catawba County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene and found Locklear deceased from a gunshot wound.
The investigation into Locklear's death revealed that a vehicle he was believed to have been driving was found wrecked at the intersection of Highway 127 South and South Center Street, a short distance from the shooting scene. The circumstances surrounding the shooting led deputies to consider whether the incident was a case of self-defense. As of the latest updates, no arrests have been made, and the investigation is ongoing. The findings of the investigation will be submitted to the Catawba County District Attorney's Office for further review.
Locklear's death has left many questions unanswered, and the community continues to seek justice for the young man. The Catawba County Sheriff's Office Criminal Investigations Division is diligently working to uncover the truth behind the events that led to his untimely demise. The case remains open, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the investigation.
