Jerome Parrott, a 39-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on June 21, 2016, in Tabor City, North Carolina. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning at a poolroom located in the Green Acres subdivision. According to reports, Parrott was found with a single gunshot wound to the head, which ultimately led to his death.
The Columbus County Sheriff's deputies responded to the scene at 661 Pine Circle Drive, where they discovered Parrott's body inside a large room containing two pool tables.
Neighbors mentioned that the home where the incident took place was operating as a nightclub, which was usually quiet, making the event even more shocking for the community. The Columbus County Assistant Coroner, William Hannah, confirmed that Parrott died at the scene of the shooting. An autopsy was scheduled to be conducted at the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in Raleigh to determine the exact cause of death.
As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects identified in connection with Jerome Parrott's murder. The investigation is ongoing, and the Columbus County Sheriff's Office has not released any further information regarding potential leads or motives. The community remains on edge as they await updates on the case, hoping for justice for Jerome Parrott and his family.
