A 24-year-old man was killed on Sunday afternoon, February 1, 2026, in a shooting that authorities say was the result of a domestic dispute in Lumberton, North Carolina. The fatal shooting occurred at the Morgan Britt Park Apartments, a specific residential complex located in the city of Lumberton within Robeson County.
At approximately 2:12 p.m., law enforcement’s initial response was directed to UNC Southeastern Medical Center in Lumberton, not the scene of the shooting. Family members of the victim had transported him to the medical facility after he sustained gunshot wounds. The victim was identified by the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office as Jacari Clark, a 24-year-old resident of Lumberton.
Despite efforts by medical staff at the hospital, Jacari Clark succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced dead on Sunday afternoon. The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office has publicly confirmed that the violent incident stemmed from a domestic dispute that escalated at the apartment complex.
The investigation into the homicide is being handled by the Robeson County Sheriff’s Office, specifically its Homicide and Criminal Investigations Divisions. As of the latest reports, authorities have not released any information regarding a suspect in the case or details about potential arrests. Sheriff Burnis Wilkins has stated that the investigation remains active and ongoing.
The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office is asking for assistance from the public. Officials urge anyone with information regarding the shooting at the Morgan Britt Park Apartments or the death of Jacari Clark to contact the sheriff’s office directly. The main phone number provided for tips is 910-671-3100.
This deadly incident adds to the statistics of domestic violence-related homicides in the region. The sheriff’s office continues to gather evidence and interview witnesses to determine the full circumstances surrounding the dispute that led to the fatal shooting of the young man.