Rasheed Devonte Jackson, a 24-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on December 10, 2020, in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The incident occurred during a home invasion at his residence on Old Grantham Road. According to reports, the Wayne County Sheriff's Office responded to a breaking and entering in progress around 5:30 AM. Upon arrival, officers discovered that Rasheed Jackson had been fatally shot.
The suspects, who were known to the occupants of the home, fled the scene in a silver four-door sedan.
The investigation led to the arrest of two suspects, Deangelo Rakeen Rivers and Isaac Aaron Taylor, both 24 years old and from Dudley, North Carolina. Rivers and Taylor were charged with an open count of murder and first-degree burglary. They were detained without bond and held at the Wayne County Detention Center. The investigation revealed that the incident was not a random act, as the suspects were acquainted with the victims.
Rasheed Jackson's death has left a profound impact on his family and community. He is survived by his parents, Luciana M. Jackson and Dameion D. Verdun, his daughter, Ariya L. Jackson, and his siblings. The celebration of his life was held on December 20, 2020, at J.B. Rhodes Funeral Home & Cremations in Goldsboro, followed by his burial at Evergreen Memorial Cemetery.
The case remains under investigation, and authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward. The tragic loss of Rasheed Jackson serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of violence and the importance of community support in seeking justice.
