Rayshon Carter, a 36-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on January 6, 2019, in Merry Hill, North Carolina. The incident occurred during a birthday party held at the Community Building in Merry Hill. According to reports, Carter was shot and subsequently transported to Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The Bertie County Sheriff's Office, in collaboration with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation, launched an investigation into Carter's death. Two suspects were identified in connection with the murder: Jashawn De'Andre Brown, also known as "Southside," and Tywan Jonshea' Outlaw, also known as "Too-da-loo." Brown, a 29-year-old male, is a known member of the Bloods gang and has prior convictions. He was wanted for murder and was considered armed and dangerous. Outlaw, a 28-year-old male, was wanted for accessory after the fact.
On January 10, 2019, Tywan Jonshea' Outlaw was apprehended by law enforcement officers in Franklin, Virginia. He was charged with accessory after the fact. However, Jashawn De'Andre Brown remained at large and continued to be sought by authorities. The Bertie County Sheriff's Office urged anyone with information about Brown's whereabouts to come forward.
The investigation into Rayshon Carter's murder continued, with law enforcement agencies working diligently to bring those responsible to justice. The case highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by communities dealing with gang-related violence and the efforts of law enforcement to address such issues.
