Hickory Police apprehend one murder suspect, asking for public’s help locating another

DJ Beal,

Update: 10/19/2026

 

Deandre Moore Mugshot

Deandre Moore was taken into custody on Monday in Drexel, NC. He has been charged with first degree murder and attempted first degree murder. Moore is currently being held at the Catawba County Detention Facility under no bond.

HICKORY, N.C. – The Hickory Police Department is requesting the public assistance in locating two murder suspects. The individuals are wanted in connection to the fatal shooting of Dionte Murph and non-life threatening injury to Phalen Izard Jr.

Deandre Moore is an 18-year-old male, 5’9″, 120lbs with black hair and brown eyes.

Kevonte Lackey is a 20-year-old male, 5’10”, 160lbs with black hair and brown eyes. Lackey has a tattoo on his right forearm reading “Loyalty for Life” with an angel.

Both individuals are wanted for murder and attempted murder in connection to this case. Moore and Lackey should be considered armed and dangerous.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of these two individuals is urged to contact the Hickory Police Department at 828-328-5551 or Investigator Helderman at 828-261-2621.