News Summary
Jamie Allen has been apprehended in North Carolina, linked to the murder of Carol Wilson Baker in South Carolina. The incident occurred when Baker was shot while driving, leading to Allen’s carjacking attempt for escape. He faces serious charges, including murder and carjacking, as the investigation unfolds. Community members express their shock and grief over the violent event.
South Carolina police have apprehended 53-year-old Jamie Allen in North Carolina in connection with the murder of Carol Wilson Baker, a 60-year-old woman. The arrest took place on Sunday in Wake County, following a search that began shortly after the shooting incident involving Baker on July 18, 2025.
Deputies were called to Mikado Road in the Mayesville area of Lee County, South Carolina, around 9:45 p.m. on the night of the shooting. Upon their arrival, they found Baker suffering from a gunshot wound. She was pronounced dead at the scene, prompting an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.
Investigators have reported that Jamie Allen and Carol Wilson Baker were in a relationship prior to the incident. It is alleged that Allen shot Baker while she was driving on Mikado Road. Following the shooting, Allen reportedly carjacked another vehicle in a desperate bid to escape. Fortunately, no other individuals were harmed during this violent encounter.
The search for Allen commenced just after the incident on Friday night, marking a swift response from law enforcement. Authorities later located the vehicle that Allen carjacked in Cumberland County, North Carolina, on Saturday. His capture in Wake County the following day followed collaborative efforts by multiple agencies, including the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division and the North Carolina Highway Patrol.
As a result of the tragic events, Jamie Allen faces serious charges stemming from the incident in Lee County, which include murder, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and carjacking. He is currently being held awaiting extradition back to South Carolina to face these charges.
Community reactions have reflected shock and sadness over the violent turn of events, highlighting the impact on Baker’s family and loved ones. Local residents expressed their disbelief that such violence could occur in their community, underlining the sense of loss that Baker’s death has generated.
Further details regarding the motive behind the shooting remain undisclosed as investigators continue their work to piece together the events that led to this tragic incident. The focus for authorities will now shift to the legal proceedings against Allen, as Baker’s family seeks justice for their loss.
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