On the evening of July 16, 2025, 16-year-old Toney James Craige was found lifeless on the 200 block of Warren Street in Red Springs, North Carolina. The Red Springs Police Department led the initial response and the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office joined the investigation; the scene drew neighbors as officers and agents worked into the night.

Investigators later identified two local men, Tyron McLean, 30, and Tyrus McLean, 27, who were charged with first-degree murder and felony conspiracy in connection with Craige’s death; both surrendered and were ordered held without bond. The U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives assisted with search warrants and interviews as authorities described the killing as a senseless murder that shook the community.

Officials said the investigation remained active and that further details would emerge through the courts. If anyone has information about what happened on Warren Street on July 16, 2025, please come forward.