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Update:
The male subject involved in this incident has died after suffering an apparent gunshot wound. He has been identified as 25-year-old Julian David Kent.
Upon further investigation, it was determined that this incident stemmed from an attempted home invasion, and gunfire followed. Mr. Kent was shot and killed by his counterparts during the home invasion. RPD has arrested two suspects, involved in this incident, who have been identified as 20-year-old Cincere Henry Pugh and 19-year-old Javan Ryan Smith.
All three suspects, including the deceased, Mr. Kent, were connected to a similar incident that occurred in Knightdale on August 17, 2025, and into the morning hours of August 18, 2025.
Upon further investigation, RPD has linked two of the suspects, the deceased Mr. Kent and Mr. Smith, to a rape that occurred off of Falls of Neuse Road on August 3, 2025.
On August 3, 2025, at 4:20 a.m., Raleigh Police Officers responded to the 13000 block of Falls of Neuse Road in reference to a call regarding a rape. During the investigation into this incident, it was determined that a third suspect was involved. A 17-year-old male juvenile was arrested and will be charged as an adult.
This is an ongoing investigation.
Anyone who believes they may have information that might assist the investigation is asked to call the Raleigh Police Department at 919-996-3335 or visit Crimestoppers at www.raleighcrimestoppers.org and click “Leave a Tip” on the top right of the page.
Statement from Chief Boyce
The loss of life is something no parent or friend should ever have to face, regardless of the cause. As the Chief of Police, my mission is to make Raleigh a safe place for everyone. Violent crime will not be tolerated in our city, and this is a shared goal among neighboring agencies to ensure Wake County is safe for all. Let this serve as a warning to those who seek to harm or exploit others: the Raleigh Police Department will do everything in its power to hold criminals accountable. I want to express my gratitude to our officers and detectives for their outstanding work and thank the Knightdale Police Department for assisting us in holding these young men responsible.
Mr. Smith
- Murder
- Assault with a Deadly Weapon with Intent to Kill (2x)
- Conspiracy to AWDWIK (2x)
- Attempted Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon
- Conspiracy to Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon
- First Degree Rape
- First Degree Kidnapping
- Forcible Sex Offense (1x)
- Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon (2x)
- Additional Charged from Knightdale PD
Mr. Pugh
- Murder
- Assault with a Deadly Weapon with Intent to Kill (2x)
- Conspiracy to AWDWIK (2x)
- Attempted Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon
- Conspiracy to Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon
- First Degree Rape
- Forcible Sex Offense (3x)
- Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon (2x)
- Additional Charges from Knightdale PD
Juvenile (17-years-old)
- First Degree Rape
- Forcible Sex Offense (3x)
- First Degree Kidnapping
- Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon (2x)
Their photos are below.
The news release below was distributed at 6:32 a.m. on August 18, 2025
On Monday, August 18, 2025, at 4:57 a.m., Raleigh Police Officers responded to a call in reference to a shooting in the 6600 block of Lake Hill Drive.
Upon arrival, officers found an adult male victim suffering from a gunshot wound. He was taken to a nearby hospital with what appeared to be life-threatening injuries.
No arrest has been made at this time. This is an ongoing investigation.
Anyone who believes they may have information that might assist the investigation is asked to call the Raleigh Police Department at 919-996-3335 or visit Crimestoppers at www.raleighcrimestoppers.org and click “Leave a Tip” on the top right of the page.
 Javan Ryan Smith
 Cincere Henry Pugh
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