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Charles Bethea

Death by Force
Case Description
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On March 29, 2024, at approximately 12:25 a.m., Lumberton police responded to a shooting incident at a residence in the 500 block of East 21st Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered 27-year-old Charles Bethea inside the home, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency Medical Services transported Bethea to UNC Health Southeastern, where he succumbed to his injuries at around 7:17 a.m.

Following an investigation, authorities arrested 31-year-old Bobby Jones of Lumberton. Jones ...Read More
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  • Mr. Charles Bethea Jr.'s Obituary
  • WRAL.com: 27-year-old killed in shooting at Lumberton apartment, man charged with murder
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    Victim Details

    Charles Bethea

    Male

    Black / African American

    Lumberton

    NC

    2024-03-29

    27

    Charles

    Bethea

    11/12/2025

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