Three Women Charged After Burlington Shooting
Burlington police arrested three suspects following a shooting that took place on Kirkpatrick Road.
Updated on Oct. 9, 2026 in Violence
Burlington police have charged three women in connection with a shooting that occurred on the 900 block of Kirkpatrick Road. The victim of the incident was transported to a hospital following the early morning event.
Why it matters
Law enforcement officials identified the suspects and made the arrests following an investigation into the shooting. An additional individual was arrested separately for his role in obstructing the investigation.
Jakeyah Dixon, 29, faces charges including two counts of attempted first-degree murder, while Heather Currie, 30, is charged with three counts of discharging a weapon into an occupied vehicle. Ashley Smith, 41, and Roger Helterbran Jr., 55, also remain in custody following their respective arrests.
The players
Jakeyah Dixon
She is a 29-year-old suspect charged with two counts of attempted first-degree murder in connection to the shooting.
Heather Currie
She is a 30-year-old suspect facing three counts of discharging a weapon into an occupied vehicle.
Roger Helterbran Jr.
He is a 55-year-old business owner who was arrested and held on a $20,000 secured bond for felony obstruction.
Ashley Smith
She is a 41-year-old individual who was arrested and charged in connection to the police investigation.
The details
Police responded to the 900 block of Kirkpatrick Road after receiving reports of a shooting. Authorities confirmed that the arrests of the three women occurred on October 9, while Roger Helterbran Jr. was previously detained for felony obstruction.
Timeline
Sep. 27, 2026, 2:11 a.m.: Officers responded to the shooting on Kirkpatrick Road.
Oct. 2, 2026: Roger Helterbran Jr. was arrested for felony obstruction.
Oct. 9, 2026: Three women were arrested and charged in connection with the shooting.
Legal Context
This case follows a pattern of heightened scrutiny regarding the operations and security environment surrounding the Moonshinerz 2.0 business in Burlington. Recent local law enforcement actions reflect a broader effort to prosecute violent offenses linked to recurring site-specific incidents.
The investigation remains focused on the area surrounding the 900 block of Kirkpatrick Road, which may lead to ongoing police presence. Local residents and business owners should stay alert as authorities continue their processing of the scene and related filings.
The takeaway
The arrest of multiple suspects highlights the ongoing nature of the police response to the September shooting. Community members are encouraged to monitor updates from local law enforcement as the court process moves forward.
Further reading
For more information on local criminal proceedings, visit the Violence section.
