Emmanuel Hargrove, a 31-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on March 9, 2018, in Henderson, North Carolina. The incident occurred around 11:55 p.m. when Henderson police officers responded to a shooting in the 100 block of Parham Road. Upon arrival, they found Emmanuel Hargrove with a gunshot wound. He was immediately transported to Maria Parham Medical Center by Vance County EMS, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Following the incident, Marcus Small, also 31 years
old, turned himself in to the Henderson Police Department. He was charged with first-degree murder in connection with the shooting death of Emmanuel Hargrove. Marcus Small is currently being held without bond. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting is ongoing, and authorities have urged anyone with information to come forward.
Emmanuel Hargrove's death has left a profound impact on his family and community. He is survived by his mother, Theresa Wilkins, and his children, Honesty Hargrove and Shondayjai Neal. His siblings, Jermaine Hargrove, Tiffany Hargrove, Felicia Wilkins, William Wilkins, Timothy Wilkins, and Tyson Marrow, also mourn his loss. The community has come together to support the family during this difficult time, with memorial contributions being made to the Emmanuel Hargrove memorial fund.
The case has garnered significant attention, and the Henderson Police Department continues to seek information from the public to aid in their investigation. Crime Stoppers has offered a reward of up to $2,000 for information that may lead to an arrest. The community remains hopeful that justice will be served for Emmanuel Hargrove and his family.
