Timber Drive Shooting – Update –It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we share the devastating news that Joseph Adams of North Carolina has passed away following last night’s shooting on Timber Drive. What began as a tragic act of violence has now turned into an unimaginable loss for his family, friends, and an entire community left grieving far too soon.
Joseph was more than a name in a report—he was a life, a presence, a person deeply loved by those who knew him. His passing has sent waves of sadness through the community, leaving many struggling to understand how such a senseless act could steal someone’s future in an instant. As we mourn, we pause to honor Joseph’s life and the impact he had on those around him, even as we wait for answers.
During this incredibly difficult time, our thoughts and prayers are with Joseph’s family and friends, who are now facing a grief no one should ever have to endure. May they find strength in one another, comfort in shared memories, and support from a community that stands beside them in mourning.
Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this shooting, and the community’s help is urgently needed. If you were traveling on Timber Drive between Tryon Road and White Oak Road yesterday evening between 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and have dash camera footage, your assistance could be crucial. Even the smallest detail may help investigators piece together what happened and bring clarity, justice, and closure to Joseph’s loved ones.
Anyone with dash camera footage or information related to this incident is asked to call or text the Garner Tip Line at 984-223-4875. Your voice matters. Your information matters. And your willingness to step forward could make a meaningful difference.
As we grieve this heartbreaking loss, let us also come together—as neighbors, as friends, as a united community—to support one another and to stand against violence. Let Joseph Adams be remembered not for the tragedy that took his life, but for the life he lived and the love he leaves behind.
May Joseph Adams rest in peace, and may light, comfort, and justice follow in the days ahead.