Wanted: Customer accused of shooting, killing 18-year-old NC Waffle House employee

LAURINBURG, N.C. (WBTW) — A manhunt is underway for a gunman who allegedly fatally shot an 18-year-old Waffle House employee.

Officers arrived at the Waffle House on Scotland Crossing Drive at 12:42 a.m. Friday where they found an employee, Burlie Locklear, suffering from a gunshot wound. Locklear was transported to Scotland Memorial Hospital where he later died.

The investigation revealed that the suspect came to the business and ordered food. While the food was being prepared, the suspect became agitated and verbally abusive toward the employees, according to police.

Once the food was provided, the suspect walked toward the parking lot, turned and fired two shots in the direction of the business, hitting Locklear, police said.

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Police described the suspect as a light-skinned man with long dreads and a beard, about 5-foot 9 inches tall and 150 lbs.

He was last seen wearing a dark blue pullover hoodie, jeans, and white shoes. He was operating a dark gray Chevrolet, last seen driving on Scotland Crossing Drive toward W. Boulevard.

The suspect is considered armed and dangerous. Anyone with information is asked to contact Laurinburg Police Department Lt. White, at 910-276-3211.

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