Robeson County Teen Arrested for Shooting Spree in Lumberton Homes

The 17-year-old suspect faces multiple charges, including attempted murder, after allegedly firing into two homes and injuring a 67-year-old woman.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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A 17-year-old boy was arrested in Robeson County, North Carolina, after allegedly shooting into two homes on Blueberry Circle in Lumberton, injuring a 67-year-old woman who was airlifted to a nearby hospital. The teen is facing several charges, including attempted murder, after he also allegedly fired at deputies when they attempted to approach him in a nearby wooded area.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the growing trend of violent crimes involving juveniles in the region, which authorities say must be addressed to prevent more such incidents and provide support for at-risk youth before they enter the criminal justice system.

The details

According to the Robeson County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to reports of two homes being shot into and a person being injured around 3:33 p.m. on Wednesday. When they arrived, they found Betty Mason, 67, who had been shot and was airlifted to a nearby hospital. The teen suspect allegedly fled into a nearby wooded area, where he fired several shots at the deputies before being taken into custody. The weapon was recovered, and the teen is now facing charges including attempted murder, assault with a deadly weapon, discharging a weapon into an occupied dwelling, and possession of a firearm by a minor.

  • The incident occurred around 3:33 p.m. on Wednesday, February 12, 2026.
  • The 17-year-old suspect was arrested shortly after the shooting incident.

The players

Betty Mason

A 67-year-old woman who was shot and airlifted to a nearby hospital.

Robeson County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency that responded to the shooting incident and arrested the 17-year-old suspect.

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What they’re saying

“While the suspect is now in custody and will face the legal consequences of these actions, we must recognize a deeper issue. Juveniles entering the Criminal Justice System is not the answer. By the time they enter a juvenile detention center, we have already failed them somewhere along the way.”

— Robeson County Sheriff's Office (wral.com)

What’s next

The investigation into the shooting incident is still ongoing, and the 17-year-old suspect is being held in the Cumberland Regional Juvenile Detention Center without bond.

The takeaway

This case highlights the need for greater community support and intervention programs to address the root causes of youth violence and prevent such incidents before they occur, rather than relying solely on the criminal justice system to address the problem.