Johnny Ausbon Grice, Jr., a 49-year-old male of Caucasian ethnicity from Lumberton, North Carolina, tragically passed away on May 4, 2020. He was born on December 12, 1970, and was well-known in his community. Johnny was survived by his wife, Brenda Smith, his son Jonathan Mathew Grice, and his daughter Brittany Smith, along with several other family members.
Johnny's death was the result of a deadly shooting at the Lumberton Quick Check convenience store located at 1925 E. 5th Street.
The incident occurred around 12:07 a.m. on May 4, 2020, when Johnny and another man, James Wade Austin Locklear, aged 20, were found suffering from gunshot wounds. Both men were taken to Southeastern Regional Medical Center, where Johnny succumbed to his injuries, and James was airlifted to another hospital for treatment of life-threatening injuries.
The Lumberton Police Department launched a homicide investigation following the shooting. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Lumberton Police Department detectives. The case remains unsolved, and no arrests or suspects have been publicly identified in connection with Johnny's death.
The community continues to mourn the loss of Johnny Ausbon Grice, Jr., and his family has expressed their grief and sorrow over his untimely passing. The investigation into his death is a priority for local law enforcement, and they are actively seeking information to bring justice for Johnny and his loved ones.
