In the early morning hours of Saturday, January 3, 2026, the community of Ahoskie, North Carolina, was disturbed by an act of violence that claimed the life of a local man. Randy M. Riddick, a 60-year-old resident of Powellsville, was fatally shot at the Speedway convenience store located at 1000 East Memorial Drive. The incident occurred at approximately 1:15 a.m., shattering the typical late-night quiet of the area.
Law enforcement officers from the Ahoskie Police Department were
dispatched to the scene following reports of gunfire. Upon their arrival, they discovered Mr. Riddick deceased inside the convenience store. The sudden and violent nature of his death has left the community seeking answers and grappling with the loss.
The Ahoskie Police Department has initiated a homicide investigation into the shooting. At this time, details regarding a potential motive or the circumstances leading up to the shooting have not been released to the public. Investigators are actively working to piece together the events of that fatal morning and are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in their efforts. No arrests have been made in connection with the case, and authorities have not publicly identified any suspects. The investigation remains ongoing as law enforcement diligently pursues leads to bring those responsible for Randy M. Riddick's death to justice.
