Cumberland County, NC — Authorities are renewing their plea for public assistance in solving a case that remains unsolved over a year later. On November 27, 2023, 40-year-old Jossiel Rodriguez-Perez, a retired Fort Liberty Paratrooper and Fayetteville business owner, was fatally injured while attempting to recover a stolen trailer along Smith Road.
Incident Details
Rodriguez-Perez received a notification that a trailer had been taken from his business. After notifying his family to call the police, he set out to locate the trailer himself. The tragic series of events that followed left his family grieving the loss of a father and husband, and the case without closure.
Search for Zachary Michael Locklear
The Cumberland County Sheriff’s Office is actively searching for 28-year-old Zachary Michael Locklear of Autryville, who is wanted for questioning in connection with this case. Authorities believe that someone in the community may have information that could help bring resolution to the investigation.
Impact on the Family
Rodriguez-Perez left behind a grieving family, including three young children, ages 4, 6, and 8. The family continues to endure the heartbreak of this loss and hopes for justice to bring them some measure of peace.
How to Help
If you have any information regarding this case or know the whereabouts of Zachary Michael Locklear, please contact:
- Homicide Sgt. J. McLeod: 910-677-5548
- Submit Tips Anonymously: 910-483-8477
This case serves as a reminder of the importance of community support in seeking justice for those whose lives have been tragically lost. Together, we can help bring answers and closure to a family in need.
