Derrick Robinson, a 27-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on August 28, 2016, in Fayetteville, North Carolina. The incident occurred early Sunday morning at the Southwood Apartment Complex, located on Southwood Drive. When officers arrived at the scene, they found Derrick Robinson and another victim, Derrick McClain, 29, both dead from apparent gunshot wounds in front of an apartment.
The investigation revealed that two other men, Kenneth Shaw, 28, and Darrell Hinton, 27, were also shot during the incident and were taken to Cape Fear Valley Medical Center for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Kenneth Shaw and his brother, Amos Shaw, 26, were arrested late Tuesday night and charged with first-degree murder in connection with the deaths of Derrick Robinson and Derrick McClain. Darrell Hinton was also arrested and charged with first-degree murder.
The Shaw brothers were held at the Cumberland County Detention Center without bond, and Amos Shaw faced additional charges of cocaine possession, while Kenneth Shaw was charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. The investigation into the shooting continued, with authorities seeking any additional information from the public.
The tragic deaths of Derrick Robinson and Derrick McClain highlighted the ongoing issue of gun violence in the community. The Fayetteville Police Department urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist in the investigation. The case remains a somber reminder of the impact of violence on individuals and their families.
