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Tragic Carjacking Incident Leaves One Dead in Lumberton

On a fateful Thursday morning, tragedy struck in the quiet town of Lumberton, North Carolina, when a 38-year-old man lost his life in a harrowing attempted carjacking. The incident took place on the bustling West 5th Street, sending shockwaves through the local community.

Details of the Incident

At 10:29 a.m., emergency services were alerted to the attempted carjacking on the 4100 block of West 5th Street. What started as a routine day quickly turned into a nightmare as reports emerged of a hit-and-run in the parking lot of Go Gas, followed by a brazen attempt at carjacking in front of the McDonald’s on West 5th Street.

Brave Intervention and Tragic Consequences

Despite the best efforts of Good Samaritans to thwart the carjacking, the situation took a devastating turn. The suspect managed to steal a vehicle belonging to one of the kind-hearted individuals, striking one of them in the process. The victim, identified as Jonathan Adam Lecompte, was rushed to a local hospital but, tragically, succumbed to his injuries.

Swift Police Response and Arrest

Law enforcement officers sprang into action, spotting the suspect as he tried to make a getaway in the stolen vehicle. A pursuit ensued, leading to the suspect crashing the vehicle on Selma Road, near N.C. Highway 41. The perpetrator, identified as 28-year-old Ricky Alex Driggers of Odum Road in Lumberton, was apprehended and now faces a slew of serious charges.

Justice Sought for the Victim

As the community grapples with the shock of this senseless loss of life, authorities are committed to ensuring that justice is served for Jonathan Adam Lecompte. The tragic events of that Thursday morning will forever be etched in the memories of those who witnessed the heartbreaking scene unfold on the streets of Lumberton.

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