DaShawn Dae Dae Maurice McNeill was 16 when he was shot on October 11, 2022, on the 700 block of West M Street in Erwin, North Carolina. He was found with a gunshot wound to his lower torso, taken to Betsy Johnson Hospital in Dunn, and died of his injuries. The shooting occurred near a park and was not believed to be random.

Erwin police arrested three suspects; a third Hispanic 17-year-old was taken into custody in connection with the shooting. A blue Toyota initially thought to be related was later ruled out. Police Chief Jonathan Johnson said the investigation was ongoing. DaShawn, a high school student who loved sports and basketball, left a large void for his family and community, and extra deputies were stationed at Triton High School after his death.

Does anyone have information about DaShawn or the events on West M Street that evening?