Raymond Lamont Napper II, a 21-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on July 16, 2020, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Born on February 24, 1999, he was the son of Raymond Lemont Napper and Teresa Williams. Raymond was pronounced dead at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center after being transported there following a shooting incident in a parking lot on S. Reilly Road.
The Fayetteville Police Department responded to reports of shots fired just before 5 p.m. on July 16, 2020. Upon investigation, they discovered that Raymond had been shot and subsequently driven to the hospital by a private vehicle. The investigation led to the arrest of Damarcus Jerome Ray, a 20-year-old male, who was charged with second-degree murder in connection with Raymond's death. Ray was apprehended and held at the Cumberland County Detention Center under a $500,000 secured bond.
The case garnered significant attention, and the Fayetteville Police Department sought assistance from the public to gather more information regarding the shooting. Detective J. Nevitt was assigned to the case, and the authorities urged anyone with information to come forward. The investigation revealed that the shooting occurred in a parking lot, and Raymond's death was a result of gunshot wounds.
Raymond's death left a profound impact on his family and the community. He was survived by his wife, Alysha Napper, who was stationed at Camp Humphreys in South Korea, his mother, Teresa Williams, his father, Raymond Lemont Napper, and several siblings. The family held a visitation and funeral service on July 25, 2020, at the Saint Joseph Miracle Revival Center in Red Springs, North Carolina.
The tragic incident highlighted the ongoing issue of gun violence in the community and the need for continued efforts to address and prevent such occurrences. The Fayetteville Police Department remained committed to solving the case and bringing justice to Raymond's family.
