On June 22, 2024, at approximately 3:41 p.m., deputies from the Robeson County Sheriff's Office responded to a reported shooting at 50 Dijour Drive in Saint Pauls, North Carolina. Upon arrival, they discovered 42-year-old Ronnie Williams suffering from a gunshot wound; he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Subsequent investigations led authorities to identify Williams' son, 22-year-old Rashawn L. Williams of Laurinburg, as the primary suspect. With assistance from the Scotland County Sheriff's Office, Rashawn was located and arrested at a residence in Laurinburg. He was charged with first-degree murder and booked into the Robeson County Detention Center without bond.
The motive behind the shooting has not been publicly disclosed, and the case remains under active investigation. Authorities have urged anyone with additional information to contact the Robeson County Sheriff's Office at (910) 671-3170.
Ronnie Williams was born on February 22, 1982, in Long Island, New York, to the late Chester Williams and Deborah Hafter Williams. He was a resident of Saint Pauls, North Carolina, and is remembered by his community for his infectious smile, kind heart, and unwavering loyalty. Funeral services were held on July 13, 2024, at Feggins & Feggins Chapel in Wake Forest, North Carolina, followed by burial at the Williams Farm Memorial Gardens in Bunn, North Carolina.
This tragic incident has deeply affected the Saint Pauls community, prompting discussions about familial relationships and the underlying issues that can lead to such devastating outcomes. Community members have expressed their condolences and are seeking ways to support the grieving family during this difficult time.
