Jacksonville teen charged with murder after stabbing at Friday gathering

ONSLOW COUNTY, N.C. (WITN) – A Jacksonville man is facing a murder charge after a gathering Friday got out of hand.

At around 12:18 p.m., deputies got a call about a stabbing at 623 Maynard Blvd in Jacksonville.

Deputies responded and detained Shakim Bullock.

The 19-year-old Bullock was charged with an open count of murder and assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill.

The victim was identified Barry Cooper of Jacksonville, according to officials. The 47-year-old died shortly after arriving at the hospital.

Bullock was booked under no bond and will have a first court appearance on Monday, April 6.

Anyone with information about what happened is asked to contact the Onslow County Sheriff’s Office at (910) 455-3113.