One Man Arrested In Connection To Fatal Shooting Case

Last Wednesday Robeson County police responded to the 14000 block of Highway 71 North in Shannon on reports of an individual shot.

One man has been arrested in connection to a fatal shooting.

Last Wednesday Robeson County police responded to the 14000 block of Highway 71 North in Shannon on reports of an individual shot. Upon arrival, 22-year-old Jaheim Purdie was found dead at the scene.

On Wednesday, police arrested 20-year-old Rodney Cade who faces charges of manslaughter. He is being held at the Robeson County Detention Center on a $50,000 secured bond.

Anyone with information about this case is urged to contact Robeson County authorities.