WILMINGTON, NC—The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office announced today it charged three people in connection with a shooting that took place at the Monkey Junction Walmart on Thursday evening. A 17-year-old was rushed to the hospital in its wake and died from his injuries.
NHCSO arrested and charged an 18-year-old Thomas Duran, with first degree murder. 18-year-old Tatum Herrick and 19-year-old Hailey Berardi also were arrested and charged with accessory after the fact.
The New Hanover County Sheriff’s Office also issued an arrest warrant for a 22-year-old black male, Laron Carter, for first degree murder. Carter is believed to be in the Fayetteville area.
The sheriff’s department asks anyone who has information about Carter’s whereabouts to contact them at 910-798-4162 or https://www.newhanoversheriff.com/submit-a-crime-tip/
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