UNION COUNTY, N.C. — Heartbreak and disbelief have swept through Union County following the devastating loss of DAN’TREVEION “Tre” Hobbs, a beloved young man whose life was tragically cut short in a deadly shooting at the Taco Bell restaurant in Indian Trail on Monday night.
What began as a normal evening quickly turned into an unthinkable tragedy — one that has left friends, family, and the wider community in mourning, struggling to make sense of a life lost far too soon.
A Tragic Night in Indian Trail
The shooting occurred around 8:45 p.m. Monday at the Taco Bell on Highway 74 in Indian Trail, according to the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded to calls of gunfire and found one person critically injured inside the restaurant. Despite emergency efforts, the victim — identified by loved ones as DAN’TREVEION “Tre” Hobbs — was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have not yet confirmed any arrests or motive as of this writing. The restaurant was immediately closed as investigators collected evidence, reviewed security footage, and spoke with witnesses. The Union County Sheriff’s Office continues to lead the active investigation.
In Loving Memory of DAN’TREVEION “Tre” Hobbs
Those who knew DAN’TREVEION “Tre” Hobbs describe him as a bright light — a young man full of warmth, humility, and kindness. His friends remember his contagious laughter, his steady loyalty, and his ability to lift people up no matter the situation.
“He was one of the real ones,” one close friend shared. “Always smiling, always trying to make people laugh. He had the biggest heart.”
Family members say Tre’s presence filled their lives with joy and purpose. His love for his family, his faith, and his friends was unwavering — and his loss has left a silence that words cannot heal.
Across social media, hundreds of tributes have poured in. Messages of love, grief, and remembrance fill timelines and comment sections, with phrases like “Rest easy, Tre,” and “Gone too soon, but never forgotten.”
A Community in Mourning
The tragedy has deeply shaken the Union County community. Vigils have been organized near the Taco Bell where the shooting occurred, where friends, classmates, and neighbors gathered to light candles, share prayers, and celebrate Tre’s life.
Churches, youth mentors, and community organizations have come together to provide emotional and spiritual support to those mourning. Many describe the loss as “unbearable,” but find strength in unity and shared remembrance.
“Tre was loved by so many,” a local community leader said. “This loss isn’t just one family’s pain — it’s a wound for the whole community.”
Seeking Justice and Understanding
The Union County Sheriff’s Office continues its active investigation into the shooting. Detectives are urging anyone with information to come forward as they work to identify the person or persons responsible.
Law enforcement officials have pledged transparency and diligence, assuring the public that they are pursuing every available lead to bring answers and justice for DAN’TREVEION “Tre” Hobbs and his family.
Community members, meanwhile, are calling for peace and healing, emphasizing that no act of violence should define a life filled with so much love and promise.
Gone Too Soon, Remembered Forever
The sudden loss of DAN’TREVEION “Tre” Hobbs has left an unfillable void in the hearts of those who knew him. Friends remember his kindness, his laughter, and his genuine care for others. Family members remember his dreams, his loyalty, and the light he carried everywhere he went.
Though his life was cut short, Tre’s memory will endure through the people he touched — through their stories, their love, and their determination to keep his spirit alive.
“In loving memory of DAN’TREVEION ‘Tre’ Hobbs,” one tribute read, “you were loved by many, and your presence will never fade. Gone too soon, but your light will shine forever.”
May he rest in peace, and may his family find comfort in the love and prayers surrounding them during this time of unimaginable loss.