Plymouth Police Investigated Homicide at Gaming Site
A 37-year-old man was found dead from an apparent gunshot wound at a local sweepstakes establishment.
Updated on Oct. 11, 2026 in Violence
Plymouth police and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation are probing the death of Sakhr Radwan Taher Maswarah. He was discovered deceased inside a sweepstakes gaming establishment on U.S. 64 West early Friday.
Why it matters
Authorities are currently working to determine the circumstances surrounding the death and are reviewing evidence to identify potential suspects. The involvement of state investigators underscores the seriousness of the ongoing homicide probe.
The investigation into the death of 37-year-old Sakhr Radwan Taher Maswarah is active, with local police and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation analyzing the scene. Officials are actively seeking surveillance footage from the surrounding area.
The players
Sakhr Radwan Taher Maswarah
The 37-year-old victim was identified as the individual found dead inside the gaming establishment.
North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation
This state agency is assisting local law enforcement with the ongoing homicide investigation.
Washington County Communications
The center manages emergency dispatch and coordinated the response for the 911 call received on October 11.
The details
The Washington County Communications center dispatched emergency responders to the scene at 1220 U.S. 64 West after receiving a 911 call. Investigators are now reviewing surveillance footage captured between late October 10 and early October 11 to identify leads.
Timeline
October 10, 2026: Surveillance footage requested for this timeframe.
October 11, 2026, 3:57 a.m.: 911 call reported the victim was found dead.
Legal Context
The investigation into this homicide follows established jurisdictional cooperation protocols between the local police department and state authorities. Such multi-agency involvement is common in complex investigations to ensure all forensic resources are applied to the case.
Residents should remain alert while police conduct their investigation and gather evidence in the area. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the department at 252-793-4680 to assist with the ongoing probe.
The takeaway
Authorities are urging the public to provide any relevant surveillance footage from the night of October 10. Assisting the police with timely information remains the most critical action for local safety.
Further reading
For more information on similar local cases, visit the Violence section.
