On June 3, 2024, at approximately 2:34 p.m., officers from the Fayetteville Police Department responded to a reported shooting in the 500 block of Albany Street in Fayetteville, North Carolina. Upon arrival, they discovered 64-year-old Jasper Collins suffering from gunshot wounds. He was promptly transported to Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries.
Preliminary investigations indicated that an altercation at the residence preceded the shooting.
A 911 caller reported that Collins had attempted to run him over with a vehicle after allegedly stealing pipes from the caller's yard. In response, the caller admitted to shooting at Collins' vehicle.
As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with Jasper Collins' death. The Fayetteville Police Department continues to actively investigate the case. They have urged anyone with information to contact Detective A. Wolford at (910) 705-2141 or Crimestoppers at (910) 483-TIPS (8477).
