On September 23, 2024, at approximately 3:05 p.m., deputies from the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office responded to reports of a shooting in the 6300 block of Chinquapin Court, a residential area near Fayetteville, North Carolina. Upon arrival, they discovered 30-year-old Nikki Dwayne Savage of Hope Mills deceased at the scene from gunshot wounds.
A woman, whose identity has not been disclosed, was also found injured and was transported to Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, where she was listed in stable condition.
The investigation swiftly identified 25-year-old Douglas Ray Chavis II, also of Hope Mills, as the primary suspect in the shooting. Authorities issued a warrant for his arrest on charges including first-degree murder. Later that evening, Chavis surrendered to law enforcement officials. He was subsequently taken into custody and charged with the murder of Savage. The motive behind the shooting has not been publicly disclosed, and details regarding the relationship between Chavis and the victims remain unclear.
In the aftermath of Savage's death, his family initiated a fundraising campaign to cover funeral expenses and to honor his memory. Savage is remembered as a beloved member of the Hope Mills community, survived by his 2-year-old son, his parents, and a sister. The family organized a celebration of life ceremony on October 6, 2024, at The Vine Event Venue in Hope Mills to commemorate his life and legacy.
The tragic incident has left the local community in mourning, with many seeking answers and justice for the victims. As the legal process unfolds, further information may shed light on the circumstances leading up to the shooting and the events of that fateful day.
