Marlon Wade, a 40-year-old male from Lumberton, NC, tragically lost his life on July 10, 2016. He was fatally shot during an altercation on the 2900 block of Freedom Drive in Lumberton. The incident occurred following an argument, and Wade was pronounced dead at the scene. Another individual, 17-year-old Jaquan Bethea, was injured in the shooting and taken to an undisclosed hospital.
The suspect in this case, 17-year-old Alkwuan Moore, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder. Moore was taken into custody without bond and held at the Robeson County jail. The investigation revealed that both Wade and Moore were residents of Robeson County, while Bethea was a city resident. However, specific details about the dispute that led to the shooting were not disclosed.
The Lumberton Police Department conducted a thorough investigation, and detectives Charles Keenum and Walter Lee Hinson were assigned to the case. The community was urged to come forward with any information that could assist in the investigation. Despite the ongoing efforts, the motive behind the altercation and the shooting remains unclear.
The tragic death of Marlon Wade left a significant impact on his family and friends. Wade was remembered as a caring individual who loved sports and brought joy to those around him. He is survived by his daughter, Aaliyah Davis, and several stepchildren, siblings, and other relatives. The loss of Wade was deeply felt by the community, and his memory continues to be honored by those who knew and loved him.
The case against Alkwuan Moore continued to progress through the legal system, with the community and law enforcement working together to seek justice for Marlon Wade and his family. The investigation remains a priority for the Lumberton Police Department, and efforts to uncover the full circumstances surrounding the shooting persist.
