The Hoke County Sheriff’s Office announced on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, at approximately 2:40 A.M., Deputies responded to the 500 Block of South Hilltop Rd. in reference to an “Unknown Type” call for service. Hoke County Emergency Communications advised the caller is hearing a male scream for help. When Deputies arrived, they met with the caller and during the investigation, it was learned that the caller/victim was robbed at gun point. The suspect (black/male) pulled a firearm on the victim and fired a shot.  The suspect then got into the victim’s vehicle and fled the area toward Robeson County. The suspect’s name maybe “Jay” or “Kane” and he was seen driving a midnight blue or black BMW sedan with performance stickers located on the trim of vehicle back passenger and driver doors. The victim was not injured during this encounter. 

Detectives were contacted and arrived on scene to further the investigation. The Investigation is still on-going. If you have any further information regarding this case, please contact Detective Glass at (910)875-5111.