Sulyrica Marie Evans, a 16-year-old African American girl from Norlina, North Carolina, tragically lost her life in a fatal shooting on April 26, 2025. Known affectionately as "Tink," Sulyrica was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend. She was born on July 21, 2008, in Granville County to parents Tyrone Evans and Shavasha Silver. A student in the Granville County Public Schools, Sulyrica had a passion for hairstyling and lashes, often showcasing her creativity through TikTok videos, sometimes
featuring her younger brother. Her sudden and violent passing has left her family and community in mourning.
Authorities in Warren County responded to reports of a shooting at a home on Collins Road in Norlina around 4:30 a.m. on April 26. Upon arrival, officers discovered Sulyrica Evans, a 16-year-old African American girl, deceased from a gunshot wound. Investigators quickly identified her boyfriend, 24-year-old Desmond Hargrove, as the prime suspect in the case. Hargrove was accused of murdering Sulyrica, and law enforcement launched a manhunt to locate him.
On April 29, 2025, authorities confirmed that Desmond Hargrove had been arrested near his home. He was charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of Sulyrica Evans, a 16-year-old African American girl. The investigation remains ongoing as officials work to piece together the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident. Sulyrica’s family, friends, and community continue to grieve her untimely loss, remembering her as a vibrant young woman with a bright future ahead.
