It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we remember Marie Locklear, a 74-year-old woman whose life was tragically taken in a violent and heartbreaking incident in Robeson County, North Carolina. Marie passed away after being fatally shot following a crash on Saturday, leaving her family, friends, and the entire community in deep mourning.
According to the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, the incident began when paramedics responded to a medical emergency on Chavis Road in Maxton. During the transport, authorities say 36-year-old Cheyenne Woods of Red Springs allegedly pulled a firearm on two EMS workers and stole the ambulance at gunpoint. Woods later crashed the ambulance into another vehicle. After the collision, investigators state that he approached the other vehicle and shot Marie Locklear, who was 74 years old.
Marie was rushed for emergency medical treatment following the shooting. Despite all life-saving efforts, she passed away from her injuries, and her death was later confirmed by authorities. Her sudden passing has devastated her loved ones and shocked the community.
Marie is remembered as a cherished member of her community, a woman whose life spanned decades of love, resilience, and care for others. At 74, she represented wisdom, family, and deep-rooted connections that cannot be replaced. Her loss is felt not only by those who knew her personally, but by many who are struggling to understand such a senseless act of violence.
As the investigation continues and the accused faces multiple charges, including first-degree murder, the community comes together in grief and prayer. May Marie Locklear rest in eternal peace, and may her family find strength, comfort, and support during this unimaginably painful time.