The Fayetteville community is reeling from the tragic loss of Zion Gibbs, a 7-year-old boy and student at Benjamin Martin Elementary School, who died as a consequence of a shooting incident. According to a press release from the City of Fayetteville’s official website, the shooting took place along the 800 block of Danish Drive, a grievous event that concluded with Zion succumbing to his injuries at UNC Chapel Hill Hospital on June 10th.
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under close investigation, and the authorities have issued a call for public assistance – anyone with potentially valuable information is urged to step forward; Detective C. Crews is the point of contact and can be reached at (910) 751-1046.
This story is still developing, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available – the investigation remains classified as "active," signaling that law enforcement officials are continuing their diligent pursuit of answers and ultimately, of justice for Zion.
