The Hoke County Sheriff’s Office announced on September 5th, 2025, Deputies responded to the 200-block range of Oakridge Drive in reference to a missing Juvenile. Deputies began searching the area before being notified that the Juvenile was located and unresponsive. Medical personnel responded to the scene and transported the Juvenile to a local Hospital. While at the hospital the juvenile was pronounced deceased. The investigation is still on going at this time.
For any additional information on the incident Please contact Detective D. Austin with the Hoke County Sheriff’s Office (910) 875-5111.