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15-year-old Arrested in Connection with Murder of Scotland County Man

Scotland County Sheriff’s Department Investigators Provide Update

LAURINBURG — In a recent development, a 15-year-old individual has been taken into custody and charged with first-degree murder in connection with the tragic Tuesday murder of a man in Scotland County.

The arrestee, whose identity is being withheld due to their status as a minor, is currently being held by the Scotland County Sheriff’s Department. Investigators have been diligently working on this case, and their efforts have led to this significant breakthrough.

On Tuesday evening at approximately 6:15 p.m., deputies promptly responded to a distress call regarding a gunshot victim on Ninth Street in East Laurinburg. Upon their arrival, they discovered a male victim who had sustained a gunshot wound and was unfortunately pronounced dead at the scene. The deceased has been identified as Isaiah Emmanuel Smith, a 25-year-old resident of the Bayfield Community in Scotland County.

Following this tragic incident, the Scotland County Criminal Investigation Division initiated an immediate and thorough investigation. Their relentless pursuit of justice has ultimately resulted in the apprehension of the juvenile suspect.

Due to legal constraints, the identity of the accused cannot be revealed at this time. However, the Scotland County Sheriff’s Department assures the public that every effort is being made to ensure a fair and just legal process.

This shocking incident has left the community in mourning, and local authorities are urging anyone with additional information to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation. The Scotland County Sheriff’s Department can be reached at [phone number] or via email at [email address].

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