Terrance Justin Holmes, a 36-year-old Black man remembered for his warmth and thoughtfulness, was a father of five who was cherished by his family and friends. Born on March 8, 1990, Terrance was the son of Anita L. Holmes and William McMillan. He was a loving parent to his children, Terius Jy'cere, Ta'niyah, Nature, Truth, and Trinity. His siblings included Frederick Holmes, William McMillan, Jr., Tasha Anderson, Tonya Harrison, and Arry Dargan.
Those who knew him recalled the positive influence he had on their lives and the lasting connections he built.
In the pre-dawn hours of Monday, October 19, 2026, a burst of gunfire shattered the quiet in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Officers from the Fayetteville Police Department were dispatched to the 6200 block of Yadkin Road at approximately 3:26 a.m. after reports of a shooting. Some reports noted the time as closer to 4:14 a.m. When police and emergency medical personnel arrived at the scene, they discovered a chaotic and tragic situation with three individuals suffering from gunshot wounds.
Despite immediate life-saving efforts by first responders, Terrance Holmes died at the scene. Two other victims, whose names were not publicly released, were transported to Cape Fear Valley Medical Center for treatment. One report indicated that these two individuals were in stable condition after arriving at the hospital. The area on Yadkin Road, a major thoroughfare in the city, was cordoned off for hours as detectives began their investigation into the triple shooting.
The Fayetteville Police Department's Homicide Unit is leading the investigation into Terrance's death. In the initial aftermath, police did not release any information about a potential suspect or what may have led to the shooting. The investigation was described as ongoing, and authorities have appealed to the public for assistance. No arrests have been announced in connection with the case.
The community was left to mourn the sudden and violent loss of a father and friend. His family announced that a viewing would be held on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, at Wiseman Mortuary, followed by a funeral service at the same location the next day. Terrance was laid to rest at Rockfish Memorial Park. His obituary remembered him for the time he shared with loved ones and stated his memory would "live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world."
As of late October 2026, the case remains unsolved. The Fayetteville Police Department has not publicly identified any suspects or a motive in the shooting that killed Terrance Holmes and injured two others. The investigation is active, and detectives continue to seek information from the public. Anyone with knowledge about the incident is urged to contact Detective H. Vernon at (910) 758-6700. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to the Fayetteville/Cumberland County Crime Stoppers by calling (910) 483-TIPS (8477), visiting their website, or using the P3 Tips mobile application.
