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7 days ago
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Woman seeks help for grandkids after son killed by NC teen who also shot a cop
A woman is asking for community support for her grandchildren after police say her son was killed by a teenager later suspected of shooting a Monroe officer. 'We are heartbroken to share the devastating news of my son, Alvin James Parson Jr.,' Theresa McNeil wrote on the Go Fund Me she started for her grandchildren, ages 4, 3 and 2. 'Only 23 years old, he was tragically taken from us on Saturday, May 31, due to an act of senseless gun violence in Indian Trail,' McNeil wrote. She described her son as 'a loving father, a cherished friend and a vibrant young man who brought joy to everyone around him.' Police haven't said if they know what prompted the killing. Union County deputies found Parson dead in a home after responding to a 911 call, Sheriff Eddie Cathey said in a May 31 statement. Hours earlier, a teenager was suspected of shooting a Monroe police officer multiple times during a pursuit, officials said. Police killed the armed teenage suspect after 'an extensive manhunt,' according to a police statement. Cathey said the teen may have believed officers were after him in connection with the homicide, but the sheriff said police didn't know about the killing at the time. The officer who was shot was later released from a hospital. McNeil said money raised through her Go Fund Me would help pay for her son's funeral and 'provide ongoing support for Alvin's children, ensuring they have the necessary care and stability as they grow up without their father.' Tina Sykes-Mosley is helping spread the word about the fundraiser. She co-founded the nonprofit MARCUS organization that launched the first homicide victim support group in Union County. 'The funds raised through this campaign will help alleviate some of the financial burdens faced by the family,' Sykes-Mosley said in a statement. Donations also will 'ensure that the needs of these children are met as they navigate this heartbreaking loss,' she said.
Yahoo
31-05-2025
- General
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Suspected gunman in officer-involved shooting connected to homicide, investigators say
Evidence in an Indian Trail homicide began pointing to the suspect in an officer-involved shooting in Monroe just hours after his encounter with police. 18-year-old Joshua Sikes was shot and killed by police after he opened fire, shooting an officer early Saturday morning, officials said. Monroe Police attempted to stop a suspicious vehicle along Old Charlotte Highway around 1:45 a.m. Saturday, officials said. The driver, who was later identified as Sikes, led officers on a pursuit where he opened fire and struck an officer. Sikes abandoned his vehicle and fled on foot into a heavily wooded area, according to reports. A large-scale manhunt followed. He was found armed with a rifle. He then began firing at officers again and was fatally shot by police. Several hours later, around 6 a.m., Union County Sheriff's Office deputies were dispatched to a home on the 2000 block of Astoria Drive in Indian Trail following reports of a man shot inside, officials said. READ: Monroe police identify gunman who allegedly shot officer after pursuit Deputies found 23-year-old Alvin Parson deceased inside the home upon arrival. Following the investigation, deputies said evidence quickly connected Sikes to the homicide. Officials said investigators believe Sikes shot and killed Parsons before his encounter with police, but he had not yet been identified as a suspect in the homicide. They also believe that Sikes fled the homicide scene in the same vehicle that police attempted to stop. 'Today's tragic events are a stark and sobering reminder of the daily risks faced by law enforcement officers,' Sheriff Eddie Cathey said. ''Routine' law enforcement activity can turn violent in an instant, as demonstrated by the calculated actions of this suspect. Our hearts go out to the family of Alvin Parson, whose life was senselessly taken, and to the brave Monroe Police officer who was injured while protecting our community. These acts of violence underscore the courage, training, and constant vigilance required of our law enforcement personnel, and their unwavering commitment to stand in defense of our citizens.' No additional details have been made available. This is a developing story. Check back with for updates. WATCH: Monroe police identify gunman who allegedly shot officer after pursuit
