Suspect arrested after Roxboro man found dead in street with multiple gunshot wounds

Roxboro Police responded to a suspicious activity call just after 5 p.m. on Thursday night. Police found Harold LeRoy Williams, 33, of Roxboro, dead in the street from multiple gunshot wounds.

Several hours after finding the body, Roxboro Police and Person County Sheriff deputies arrested Keavon Royster, 45, of Roxboro, for first degree murder.

Phone calls from the public helped officers locate Royster, who was taken into custody within hours of the homicide.

In a statement, Captain Dickerson said, “Our hearts are heavy for the senseless loss of life, yet again, in our community. The arrest in the case was possible because the community helped law enforcement by sharing information. This shows that when the public help the police, justice for victims and their families is provided.”

Royster is being held in the Person County Jail under no bond. Police are working to determine a motive in the case. Anyone with information is asked to call the Roxboro Police Tip Line at 336-322-6072.