Warren Frederick Mebane, a 49-year-old African American man, tragically lost his life on May 27, 2020, in Burlington, North Carolina. He was found with multiple gunshot wounds in the front yard of his home on Evans Street. Despite the efforts of Alamance County emergency medical services, Mebane was pronounced dead at the scene. His death was a significant loss to his family and community, as he was remembered for his warm smile and legacy as a professional barber.
The investigation into
Mebane's death led to the arrest of two 18-year-old suspects, Sebastian Tyrell Johnson and Cordero Amir Fox. Both were charged with first-degree murder, felony breaking-and-entering, and larceny of a firearm. Johnson was arrested on Sunday, while Fox was taken into custody on Tuesday. Both suspects are currently held in the Alamance County Jail without bond.
The case has drawn attention due to the violent nature of the crime and the young age of the suspects. The Burlington Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding Mebane's death, urging anyone with information to come forward. The community remains in mourning, grappling with the loss of a beloved member and the impact of such a senseless act of violence.
