Azell Jamil Houston, a 33-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on June 17, 2020, in Red Springs, North Carolina. The incident occurred while Houston was leaving the Thunder Valley Raceway Track in his vehicle. According to the Robeson County Sheriff's Office, the shooting took place in the 4000 block of Old Lowery Road. Houston was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Robeson County Sheriff's Office Homicide Division is actively investigating the case.
Despite their efforts, the case remains unsolved, and no arrests have been made. Family members and loved ones continue to seek justice and answers, marking the two-year anniversary of Houston's death with a public display of balloons to raise awareness and encourage witnesses to come forward.
Houston's family has expressed frustration with the lack of progress in the investigation. They have called for more cooperation from potential witnesses and the community to help solve the case. The Robeson County Sheriff's Office has urged anyone with information or video footage from the Raceway to contact them.
Houston was remembered as a former all-star wrestler at Lumberton High School and the backbone of his family. His untimely death has left a void in the lives of those who knew and loved him, and the search for justice continues.
