A tragic incident claimed the life of 23-year-old Tazavian Jonta Webb in the early hours of New Year’s Day in Pitt County, North Carolina. Authorities with the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office responded just after 4:15 a.m. on January 1, 2026, to reports of a shooting at a home on NC 121 near Farmville.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered two men suffering from gunshot wounds inside the residence. Tazavian Jonta Webb was pronounced dead at the scene, while a 42-year-old man was transported to ECU Health Medical Center with injuries that were not life-threatening.
Initial investigations indicate the shooting stemmed from a domestic dispute among residents of the home, where all parties involved lived together. Alcohol appears to have played a role in the events leading up to the incident. A third individual, a 19-year-old man also residing at the address, was involved in the dispute but sustained no injuries.
Tazavian Jonta Webb, who resided at the home on NC 121, was just 23 years old at the time of his passing. Though taken far too soon, his life in the close-knit Farmville community reflected the everyday connections that bind families and neighbors in rural North Carolina. Those who knew him will remember a young man navigating the challenges and joys of early adulthood in a place defined by quiet routines and deep ties.
The surviving injured man has been identified as Boris Graham, 42, while the uninjured 19-year-old is Jaboris Tymier Graham. Family connections tie the three men together, with Boris Graham being the father of the younger individuals involved. No arrests have been made as the investigation continues, and authorities are reviewing all circumstances surrounding the dispute.
The Farmville area, a small community where people often know one another through shared histories and local gatherings, now grapples with the shock of this sudden violence. Such incidents remind residents of the fragility of life and the importance of support during times of conflict. In the wake of this loss, the community holds space for healing and reflection on what might prevent future tragedies.
As the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office pursues further details, they encourage anyone with information to come forward anonymously through Pitt-Greenville Crime Stoppers. The investigation remains active, with findings to be presented to the district attorney’s office upon completion. In honoring Tazavian’s memory, those affected find solace in cherishing the time shared and the enduring bonds that outlast even the most heartbreaking moments.