Robert Lee Horton, a 28-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on December 28, 2014, in Clayton, North Carolina. Horton, known to many as "Rob Low," was found shot multiple times inside his mobile home located in the 1000 block of South Lombard Street. The incident occurred just after 2:30 a.m. on that fateful Sunday morning. Despite being rushed to WakeMed, Horton succumbed to his injuries at the hospital.
The investigation into Horton's death quickly led to the
identification of a suspect. Clayton police issued an arrest warrant for 17-year-old Cortaz Quemel Lucas Jr., who was charged with first-degree murder. Lucas, who was known to Horton, allegedly entered the mobile home and fired multiple shots at Horton, hitting him five or six times. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, but it was confirmed that the two individuals had some form of relationship.
The arrest of Lucas was facilitated by the cooperation of witnesses present at the scene. These witnesses provided crucial information that helped the police piece together the events leading to the shooting. Lucas was eventually apprehended in Fayetteville, North Carolina, and taken into custody. The community of Clayton was left in shock, as the violent incident disrupted the otherwise quiet neighborhood.
Horton's death and the subsequent arrest of Lucas brought attention to the issue of gun violence and its impact on communities. The case highlighted the importance of community cooperation in solving crimes and bringing perpetrators to justice. As the legal proceedings unfolded, the family and friends of Robert Lee Horton mourned the loss of a young life cut short by senseless violence.
