Robeson County Sheriff’s Office Investigates Fatal Shooting of Woman in St. Pauls

St. Pauls, N.C. – The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating a fatal shooting that claimed the life of 33‑year‑old Taysha Brannon on Saturday, June 14, in the St. Pauls community. Deputies responded to the scene at 22 Bermuda Drive shortly after receiving a distress call just before 8:00 a.m.

The Discovery

Authorities arrived to find Brannon suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene. Neighbors reported hearing disturbances in the early morning hours but initially did not realize the severity of the incident.

The Victim

Taysha Brannon, a 33‑year‑old resident of St. Pauls, was well known in the neighborhood. Local acquaintances described her as “friendly” and “hard‑working.” Community members remain in shock as investigators piece together the events leading up to her death.

Deputies Secure the Scene

Sheriff Burnis Wilkins confirmed that the homicide and crime‑scene investigation units were dispatched to Bermuda Drive. Agents cordoned off the immediate area, interviewed nearby residents, and processed the site for forensic evidence, including bullet casings and surveillance footage from nearby homes.

Ongoing Investigation

Robeson County Sheriff’s Office is actively following leads. As of Sunday morning:

• No suspect has been identified or publicly named.
• Authorities have not yet indicated a motive or whether the victim knew the shooter.
• Detectives are reviewing any available CCTV footage and cell‑phone data; crime‑scene technology is being used to reconstruct the timeline of events.
• The investigation remains open, and no arrests have been made.

Sheriff Wilkins issued a direct appeal to the community:

“We need your help. If you were in this area Saturday morning and saw or heard anything unusual—no matter how insignificant—it could be crucial. Please come forward.”

Community Response

Residents in the Bermuda Drive area say they are “stunned” by the tragedy. Some described Brannon as consistently kind and committed to local volunteer efforts. A few eyewitnesses noted they heard loud voices in the driveway around 7:45 a.m. Saturday but assumed it was just a routine household matter.

Next Steps

The Robeson County Sheriff’s Office homicide unit is asking anyone with information to reach out via:

• Robeson County Sheriff’s Office: (910) 671‑3170
• Anonymous Crime Tip Line: [—Insert Tip Hotline—]
• Online Submission: [—Insert Sheriff’s Office tip portal—]

Authorities urge residents to review personal video cameras, doorbell footage, or other home surveillance systems from the timeframe of 6:00–9:00 a.m. Saturday.

What’s at Stake

Fatal shootings in the otherwise peaceful St. Pauls area are rare. Officials stress that swift public cooperation could expedite solving the case and bring justice to Brannon’s family.

Summary of Key Facts

Note to Editors:

This article is based on preliminary reports. Updates should be added after official confirmation from the Sheriff’s Office, including suspect details, motive (if identified), and any upcoming court proceedings or public statements.

Please adjust the tip line details, quote attributions, and photo captions once official materials are provided.