Police arrested 4 suspects and are searching for a fifth within the capturing demise of a North Carolina actuality TV star’s son.
Harley Alexander Shirley, 21, was shot and killed at a memorial balloon launch on February 17, honoring Xavier Smith, who was killed in a automotive crash.
Harley Shirley is the son of Ronnie Shirley, a co-owner of Lizard Lick Towing. The Shirley household starred in a actuality present primarily based on their enterprise from 2011 to 2014.
Ronnie posted a video the place he tearfully talked about how his son was shot by a “coward.”
Two girls and two teenagers have been taken into custody for the capturing. A 16-year-old and 17-year-old had been charged with homicide and tried homicide.
Authorities introduced Thursday that they had been searching for Ferrell Jackson, 19.
Jackson is needed for obstructing justice within the investigation.
Sophie Hagy was additionally shot in the course of the incident and has since returned from the hospital however was left paralyzed. Her household is elevating cash for her therapy.
Each teenagers had been arrested final month, in response to officers. Their names haven’t been publicly launched since they’re minors.
Cassidy Lorene Hunter, 21, was arrested and charged with accent after the very fact. She is being held on the Johnston County Jail with a $1 million bond.
Diana Sarah Jackson, 38, was charged with obstructing justice associated to the investigation. She is being held on a $100,000 secured bond.
The capturing occurred in entrance of Smith’s dwelling on February 17. The suspects fled, authorities say. Two gunshot victims had been discovered within the parking zone of a Sheetz down the highway.
This sentiment about his killer was mirrored in a heartbreaking put up by his sister Lexy Shirley on Fb the place she shared the small print of the upcoming funeral preparations.
“I can’t consider {that a} cowardly excuse of a human stole you from us,” Lexy’s put up stated. “I can’t even really put into phrases how I really feel; my coronary heart is shattered, and I want considered one of your hugs now greater than ever.”
Ron additionally made a put up on his Fb web page stating: “He’s at peace now – ready on the remainder of us to reach at these gates- we shall be there quickly Huge Shur – and can all the time cherish the occasions we had when you had been with us son.”
This story initially appeared on the Solar and has been reproduced right here with permission.
