Lena Jackson, a 75-year-old woman from Linden, North Carolina, tragically passed away on November 22, 2017. Lena, who was born on November 15, 1942, in Cumberland County, was a beloved member of her community. She was known for her dedication to her family and her faith, having worked as a bookkeeper in the furniture industry and later as a fine jewelry representative.
Lena's death was a significant loss to her family, friends, and the community.
The circumstances surrounding Lena Jackson's death were deeply troubling. On November 22, 2017, authorities were notified of a death at her residence on Hawkins Road in Linden. Upon arrival, deputies discovered Lena Jackson had been shot. Her husband, Robert Jackson Sr., an 81-year-old man, was not present at the scene as he had been taken to Cape Fear Valley Medical Center for an undisclosed reason. Following his release from the hospital, Robert Jackson was interviewed by detectives and subsequently charged with first-degree murder in connection with his wife's death.
Robert Jackson Sr. turned himself in at the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office and appeared in court in a wheelchair. During his first court appearance, the judge ordered a psychiatric evaluation to determine his mental capacity. Robert Jackson's lawyer highlighted his client's physical and psychiatric issues, noting that he took 30 pills a day, including Ambien to help him sleep. Despite the defense's request for a bond modification, the district attorney opposed any reduction, and Robert Jackson was held without bond.
The motive for the shooting was not immediately revealed, and the case continued to unfold as Robert Jackson awaited further court proceedings. The tragic death of Lena Jackson left a lasting impact on her family and the Linden community, as they grappled with the loss and the legal proceedings that followed.
