Detective Willie Murphy Jr. said an investigation into the case stemmed Crashawn Montray Vincent, 28, reportedly selling the weapon.
Vincent is known to frequent the Roanoke Rapids and Littleton areas.
Anyone with information on his whereabouts is encouraged to call the sheriff's office at 252-583-8201; communications at 252-583-1991; Murphy at 252-593-1003 or 252-536-9920; or Crimestoppers at 252-583-4444.
