LANCASTER, S.C. — WCNC Charlotte has chosen to use this mugshot because the suspect is actively wanted.
Weeks after a teen was shot and killed in Lancaster and one suspect was arrested, police say they're looking for a second suspect.
The Lancaster Police Department announced Thursday it was looking for 31-year-old Lamonta Dishanior Roberts. He's wanted for murder, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and possession of a weapon by a convicted felon in the killing of 18-year-old Jelani Jackson. He's also wanted for violating his federal probation.
A wanted poster for Roberts notes he's known by two nicknames: "Goochie" and "Six Hunnit". He stands at 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighs about 200 pounds. A photo of him provided by Lancaster Police shows that he has black hair styled into dreadlocks, though it's not known if his hair is currently kept in that style.
Roberts should be considered armed and dangerous. Police say if he's spotted, don't approach him -- call 9-1-1 instead. Anyone who can provide information on Roberts' whereabouts can call Lancaster Police directly at (803) 283-1171 or use the anonymous tip line at (803) 289-6040. Tips can also be shared online or via the P3Tips mobile app.
Jackson was shot and killed along Clinton Avenue near Ruth Street on Sept. 4, 2024. Days later, 18-year-old Kenyan Blair was charged as a suspect. He was already in custody for other, unrelated charges.
"Preventing and addressing violent crime is the top priority of the Lancaster Police Department," Chief Don Roper said in a statement. "Our dedicated officers and law enforcement partners devoted extensive hours to resolving the tragic shooting that resulted in the loss of a young man’s life. I am proud of the outstanding efforts of all investigators involved in this case. I want to thank our partners at the Lancaster County Sheriff's Office and the Solicitor's Office for their hard work and efforts on this case."
Note: WCNC instituted a policy in March 2021 regarding the broadcast or posting of mugshots.
WCNC will only air or post a mugshot if the person has been formally charged with a crime and in a few other cases. The exceptions include: If it appears the person could be a danger to themselves or others or if they are wanted by authorities; to differentiate between people with a common name; if the photos could encourage more victims to come forward. The news-editorial leadership may also decide to use a mugshot based on the severity of the crime(s) committed and/or the level of public interest in the crime and ensuing criminal proceedings.
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