On August 3, 2023, at approximately 5:36 p.m., officers from the Shelby Police Department responded to reports of gunfire in the 300 block of Grice Street in Shelby, North Carolina. Upon arrival, they discovered 49-year-old Stacey Mills McSwain lying in the front yard of 347 Grice Street, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency medical personnel from Cleveland County EMS pronounced McSwain dead at the scene.
As of the latest available information, no arrests have been made in connection with McSwain's death. The Shelby Police Department continues to actively investigate the incident and has urged anyone with information to come forward. Individuals can contact the Shelby Police Department directly or provide anonymous tips through Cleveland County Crime Stoppers.
In the months leading up to his death, McSwain had encounters with law enforcement. On June 27, 2023, he was arrested in Cleveland County on charges of misdemeanor assault by pointing a gun. Additionally, records indicate a prior arrest on May 17, 2021, for misdemeanor assault on a female.
Despite these previous incidents, authorities have not publicly connected them to McSwain's subsequent death. The investigation remains ongoing, and the community is encouraged to assist by providing any relevant information that could aid in identifying suspects or motives related to the case.
