Dominic Mercer, a 34-year-old man from Rocky Mount, North Carolina, tragically lost his life on December 26, 2020, due to a shooting incident. The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m. in the 1100 block of Long Avenue, where police responded to reports of shots fired. Upon arrival, they found Dominic Mercer deceased at the scene.
Following the incident, an 18-year-old named Jakolbi Harrell was arrested and charged with first-degree murder and conspiracy to commit robbery in connection with
Dominic Mercer's death. Harrell was taken into custody and held in the Edgecombe County Detention Center without bond. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing, and authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward.
The loss of Dominic Mercer has deeply affected the community, and his family and friends continue to seek justice for his untimely death. The case remains a focal point for local law enforcement as they work to uncover all details surrounding the tragic event.
