Kimberly Faye Kelly, a 36-year-old woman from Laurel Hill, North Carolina, tragically lost her life on May 17, 2016. Kimberly, who was a supervisor at Plastek Industries, was known for her love of riding motorcycles and spending time with her family, especially her granddaughter. On that fateful day, Kimberly was shot and killed during a home invasion at her residence on Marston Road in the Laurel Hill community. The incident occurred around 4 a.m. when an intruder barged into her home. During the invasion, Kimberly's boyfriend was also shot but survived the attack. Kimberly's daughter, who was present at the time, managed to escape unharmed.
The investigation into Kimberly's death led to the arrest of James Ray Goins Jr., a 28-year-old man from Fayetteville, North Carolina. Goins was charged with first-degree murder and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill. He was taken into custody by the Scotland County Sheriff's Office and held without bond due to the severity of the charges. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation assisted in the investigation, which revealed that Goins was involved in the home invasion that resulted in Kimberly's death. The motive behind the invasion and subsequent shooting remains unclear, but the authorities have been working diligently to bring justice to Kimberly and her family.
Kimberly's death left a profound impact on her community, as she was remembered as a loving and devoted mother, daughter, sister, and friend. Her funeral services were held at the Richard Boles Funeral Service Chapel, where family and friends gathered to celebrate her life and mourn her untimely passing. The investigation into her death continues, with law enforcement officials committed to uncovering the full details of the tragic event and ensuring that those responsible are held accountable.
