Shawn Grady, a 50-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on May 18, 2020, in Wilmington, North Carolina. Grady was shot twice in the stomach during a mid-day shooting on Montgomery Avenue. Despite being rushed to New Hanover Regional Medical Center, he succumbed to his injuries, leading to a significant public outcry. Grady was well-known in his community for organizing events and running a shoe-drive to help those in need.
The Wilmington Police Department quickly made an arrest in connection with Grady's murder. Andre Devaughn Huckabee, a 43-year-old registered sex offender, was apprehended and charged with First Degree Murder on May 20, 2020. Huckabee had a history of criminal activity, including a 2001 felony offense against a minor in Connecticut. He had been previously arrested for misdemeanor assault and violating a domestic violence protective order.
In addition to Huckabee's arrest, authorities were also searching for a second suspect, Edward Demorris Huckabee, who was considered armed and dangerous. Edward Huckabee, 38, had a long history of drug-related felony convictions and was awaiting trial for several local charges, including assault with a deadly weapon on a law enforcement officer. The investigation into Grady's murder continued as the Wilmington Police Department sought any information that could lead to Edward Huckabee's capture.
The tragic death of Shawn Grady and the subsequent arrests highlighted the ongoing issues of violence and crime in the Wilmington community. The case drew attention to the need for increased efforts to address these problems and ensure the safety of residents.
