Larry "Bud" Alexander Settle Jr., a 25-year-old African American male from Eden, North Carolina, tragically lost his life on April 26, 2016. He was found outside a home in the 600 block of Anderson Street around 12:20 a.m., having succumbed to apparent gunshot wounds. The Eden Police Department quickly launched an investigation into his death, treating it as a homicide.
The investigation led to the arrest of Rontae Devore Hayes, a 37-year-old male from Greensboro, North Carolina. Hayes was charged with first-degree murder in connection with Settle's death. The arrest was made with the assistance of the Greensboro Police Department, who apprehended Hayes at his residence on Fewell Road. Hayes was subsequently transported to the Rockingham County Jail, where he was held without bond.
The case garnered significant attention in the local community, as Settle was a well-known figure with many friends and family members mourning his untimely death. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting continued, with the Eden Police Department urging anyone with information to come forward. The authorities also obtained warrants to search the home and a car on the premises, furthering their efforts to piece together the events leading up to Settle's death.
Settle's death and the subsequent arrest of Hayes highlighted the ongoing issue of gun violence in the community. The case served as a stark reminder of the devastating impact such incidents can have on families and communities. As the legal proceedings moved forward, the community remained hopeful that justice would be served for Larry "Bud" Alexander Settle Jr.
