MOORE COUNTY, N.C. — The Moore County community is mourning the tragic deaths of Antonio Jamal Brown, 41, of Raeford, and Jamar Brooks Hailey, 43, of Aberdeen, who were fatally shot Sunday evening in Jackson Hamlet. Their loss has left family, friends, and neighbors deeply saddened. According to the Moore County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded around 9:30 p.m. to a residence on the 100 block of Gaines Street, where both men were found with apparent gunshot wounds and pronounced dead at the scene. An autopsy is being conducted by the North Carolina Office of the Medical Examiner to determine the official cause and manner of their deaths.

Investigators have identified a person of interest linked to the incident. While this individual has not yet been located, authorities have stated they are not currently considered a suspect. Early reports suggest the shooting was not random, and the person of interest was known to the victims. Antonio Jamal Brown and Jamar Brooks Hailey are being remembered as respected and valued members of their communities. Family, friends, and neighbors continue to honor their memory, reflecting on the positive impact they had on those around them.
Deputies remain in Jackson Hamlet as the investigation continues, working to gather information and bring clarity to the circumstances surrounding the shootings. Community members have come together to offer support and prayers for the families of Brown and Hailey during this difficult time. The Moore County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward to aid in the ongoing investigation. The tragic deaths of these two men serve as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance and support in times of grief.

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