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OFFICIAL UPDATE FROM SHERIFF JACKIE ROGERS

This is an extremely serious and difficult situation for the Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office and our entire community.

Earlier today, two of our deputies were shot while responding to an incident in the 700 block of Jonestown Road in Deep Run.

The suspect has been identified as Cecil James Langston, 58, of Deep Run. Langston is deceased at the scene.

The two deputies injured in the shooting are Captain Jovanni Villagra and Sergeant Cole Davis. Both deputies sustained gunshot wounds and are currently receiving treatment at ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville. I am thankful to report that both deputies are in stable condition.

My first concern is, and will continue to be, the safety and well-being of Captain Villagra and Sergeant Davis. I have spoken with members of their families, and our Sheriff’s Office family is standing together with them during this difficult time.

I also want to recognize the courage and professionalism of the deputies, officers and first responders who immediately responded to this dangerous situation. Their actions reflect the commitment our men and women in law enforcement make every day to protect the people of Lenoir County.

We ask that everyone respect the privacy of the deputies and their families as they receive medical treatment and begin the recovery process.

Please keep Captain Villagra, Sergeant Davis, their families, and all of our Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office personnel in your prayers.🙏🏻

Sheriff Jackie Rogers
Lenoir County Sheriff’s Office