Public Safety

A romantic breakup led to a man’s home and vehicle being damaged with a pickaxe Sunday, according to a sheriff’s report. No charges were filed in the case. According to the sheriff’s office, the victim contacted law enforcement after his former girlfriend allegedly damaged their home and a van with a pickaxe. The victim told deputies he and the woman had been involved in a “four day long...

One woman was shot to death Saturday after a home invasion on Sunset Terrace near Whiteville. Summer Addison sustained go shot wounds to the abdomen and one arm, according to a news release from the sheriff’s office. She died after she was airlifted to New Hanover Novant. Jordan Jyreke Irvin Williams, 21, is being held under no bond on charges of first degree murder and first degree burglary....

Deputies are investigating after a woman was reported shot on Wright Road near Tabor City Friday morning. Taniya Bellamy, 24, sustained at least one gunshot wound, according to reports. The incident occurred at 3935 Wright Road. She was transported for medical treatment but discharged from an area hospital before detectives could contact her. The case is under investigation.