Terrance Mortise-Koger, a 32-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on January 21, 2021, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The incident occurred in the parking lot of Cross Creek Mall, located at 5000 Morganton Road. Terrance was shot while sitting in his car and was subsequently transported to a hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. The Fayetteville Police Department's Homicide Unit launched an investigation into the shooting, which did not appear to be a random act.
The investigation led to the arrest of Jamal Montrel Dockery, a 28-year-old African American male, who was charged with first-degree murder. Dockery was apprehended on February 19, 2021, without incident and is currently being held at the Cumberland County Detention Center under no bond. The authorities have not disclosed any further details regarding the motive behind the shooting or any potential connections between Dockery and Mortise-Koger.
The case has garnered significant attention from the local community, with many seeking justice for Terrance Mortise-Koger. The Fayetteville Police Department has urged anyone with information related to the homicide to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation. As the legal proceedings continue, the community remains hopeful that justice will be served for the untimely death of Terrance Mortise-Koger.
