On January 14, 2023, Kevin Massey, a 41-year-old resident of Erwin, North Carolina, was found deceased on Price Street near U.S. 421. A passerby discovered his body around 6:05 p.m. after hearing a gunshot and notified authorities. Upon arrival, Erwin police officers found Massey with multiple gunshot wounds; he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Massey was a long-time resident of Erwin, known to his community.
His passing was mourned by family and friends, who remembered him for his connections within the town. A celebration of his life was held on January 28, 2023, at Walker Funeral Home Chapel in Lillington, followed by interment at Riverside Community Cemetery in Erwin.
In the course of their investigation, the Erwin Police Department identified a person of interest and made an arrest approximately nine hours after the incident. The swift apprehension was a result of prompt investigative efforts, though specific details about the suspect and potential motives were not disclosed immediately. The community awaited further information as the legal process unfolded.
