ROWLAND, N.C. – A 17-year-old individual has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a minor in connection with the tragic shooting death of another 17-year-old high school student in Robeson County.
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the untimely death of Kaden Strickland, a student at Purnell Swett High School, who was fatally shot on Tuesday evening. Deputies responded to the incident on Downy Road in Rowland, finding Strickland deceased upon their arrival.
In response to the heartbreaking news, the Public Schools of Robeson County released a statement expressing their condolences to Strickland’s family and calling for the community to come together in support. The charged 17-year-old suspect is currently being held in custody at the Cumberland Regional Juvenile Detention Center without bond as the investigation progresses.
Authorities have urged anyone with information pertaining to the case to contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office directly. The community is encouraged to assist in any way possible to bring closure to this devastating event that has shaken the local area.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding Kaden Strickland’s death continues to unfold, with law enforcement officials diligently working to uncover the truth and bring justice to the situation. As the community mourns the loss of a young life, support from both residents and authorities is crucial in moving forward and seeking resolution in this heartbreaking case.