17-year-old charged with murder in death of Harnett County man

The Harnett County Sheriff’s Office on Tuesday night said Alma Isabel Correa Portillo, of 93 Foxfield Court in Angier, was charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, attempted robbery with a dangerous weapon and conspiracy to commit robbery.

Jarell Donte Ballentine, 18, of Angier, was also charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping, attempted robbery with a dangerous weapon and conspiracy to commit robbery.

Jarrett’s father, William, said his son was working in the construction business with him and had one semester to go to obtain a bachelor’s degree so he could become a history teacher.

Authorities said the investigation into Jarrett’s death is ongoing.