Police Search For 15-Year-Old In Connection To Fatal Shooting

17-year-old Alexis Gonzalez was pronounced dead at the scene.

Robeson County officials are searching for a 15-year-old suspect in connection to a fatal shooting.

Around 7pm on Saturday, police responded to the area of Truck Lane, just outside of Rennert, on reports of a shooting. 17-year-old Alexis Gonzalez was pronounced dead at the scene.

Officials have attempted to locate the 15-year-old suspect at several locations and believe he may be in the area of Red Springs or Shannon.

The juvenile’s name, picture, and offense information cannot be released without a judge’s approval. Authorities are working to obtain a court order to allow that information to be shared with the public.

Details regarding the case are limited. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office.