Tragic Shooting at Homeless Campsite Leaves Autryville Community Shattered: Urgent Call for Support and Resources
Four people tragically shot to death at a homeless campsite in Autryville, North Carolina. Investigation underway to determine sequence of events as community mourns devastating loss and calls for better homeless support.
In a tragic incident in Autryville, North Carolina, four people were found shot to death at a campsite for homeless individuals. Deputies had responded to a call about shots fired, only to discover the grim scene. According to Sampson County Sheriff's Capt. Eric Pope, initial investigations suggest that one person killed three others before taking their own life. The victims, comprising two men and two women, were discovered near a tent situated at the end of a private road that was plagued with large potholes.
The authorities have not yet released the identities of those killed. Investigative procedures are ongoing as officials work towards determining the precise sequence of events leading to the shootings. Autryville, located approximately 55 miles (90 kilometers) south of Raleigh, the capital city of North Carolina, is left reeling from this devastating tragedy. As the investigation continues, the community mourns the loss of these four lives, further highlighting the urgent need for improved support and resources for the homeless population.