17-year-old wanted in deadly Mount Holly double shooting arrested in NY

MOUNT HOLLY, N.C. — A teenager wanted for a deadly shooting in Mount Holly earlier this month has been taken into custody in New York, according to deputies.

A 17-year-old male who was wanted in connection to the deaths of two 19-year-olds who were found shot to death in a vehicle long Piedmont Avenue near Dodge Street on Dec. 14.

GEMS pronounced the two people dead at the scene. Police identified them as Jayden Dae’Shun Munson, 19, and Jaylan Marray Jackson, 19. Both were from Concord.

Mount Holly Police Department said they are bringing a first-degree murder charge against him for the deaths of Jackson and Munson.

Chief Brian Reagan shared, “We hold the memories of Jaylan Marray Jackson and Jayden Dae’shun Munson close to our hearts, and our thoughts remain with their families. As we continue our pursuit of justice, we are very thankful for the unwavering support, understanding, and cooperation from our community.”

A tip led the Broome County Sheriff’s Office to a home in the town of Union, NY. The suspect was taken into custody with issue.

Anyone with additional information regarding this case is urged to contact the Mount Holly Police Department at (704) 827-4343 or reach out anonymously to Gaston County Crime Stoppers at 704-861-8000.

(5 in custody after running from police in northeast Charlotte neighborhood)

5 in custody after running from police in northeast Charlotte neighborhood

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