Nina Christina Martin, a 36-year-old woman, was found dead on December 13, 2017, in Fines Creek, North Carolina. The Haywood County Sheriff's Office responded to a call about a shooting in the area. Upon arrival, deputies discovered the bodies of Nina Christina Martin and James Mark Ferguson Jr., a 56-year-old man, at Ferguson's residence on Buena Vista Lane. Both individuals had sustained gunshot wounds.
Investigators determined that the incident was a murder-suicide.
It appears that James Mark Ferguson Jr. shot Nina Christina Martin before turning the gun on himself. The two individuals knew each other, and the shooting took place in Ferguson's home. The authorities have not disclosed any further details about the nature of their relationship or any possible motives behind the tragic event.
The investigation into the deaths of Nina Christina Martin and James Mark Ferguson Jr. is ongoing. The Haywood County Sheriff's Office has expressed condolences to the families of the deceased and the community as they navigate this difficult time. No arrests have been made, and there are no additional suspects or litigations related to this case. The incident is considered isolated, and there is no ongoing threat to the public.
