Detectives Make Arrests in Brook Street Shooting and Break-In

July 12, 2025•1 min read

Detectives with the Fayetteville Police Department have arrested and charged two suspects in connection with a residential break-in and shooting on Brook Street. This incident occurred on Wednesday, July 9, 2025.

Javariaz Sykes, a 21-year-old man from Fayetteville, faces many charges. These include breaking into homes, stealing items and firearms, having stolen goods, and shooting into an occupied building. He is also charged with assault with a deadly weapon. Sykes is currently held at the Cumberland County Detention Center without bond.

Cristal Womack, a 26-year-old woman, has also been arrested and charged. Her charges include having stolen goods and firearms, obtaining property by false pretenses, and being an accessory after the fact. Womack is held at the Cumberland County Detention Center on a $100,000 bond.

These arrests are part of ongoing investigations into residential break-ins. The Fayetteville Police Department’s Property Unit and Crimes Against Persons Unit worked together on these cases.

The shooting on Brook Street happened around 10:02 AM on July 9, 2025. Initial findings showed that a suspect broke into a home that was empty at the time. When the resident returned, the suspect fired a handgun, hitting the homeowner. The homeowner's injuries were not life-threatening. There were no signs of forced entry into the home. Anyone with information about this case should contact Detective J. Frashure at 910-303-8967. Anonymous tips can also be given through Fayetteville / Cumberland County Crimestoppers at 910-483-TIPS (8477), their website, or the "P3 Tips" app.

Lake Wood

Driven by a profound connection to his native Cumberland County, Lake Wood serves as the News Director and lead Investigative Reporter for Fay News 10. Lake embarked on his journey in television news in 2016 and has since delivered impactful coverage of significant events, from the destructive force of Hurricane Florence to the powerful voices of the 2020 protests and riots. He has also been on the ground for several presidential visits and consistently highlights the dedication of the brave men and women of Fort Bragg. A particularly memorable assignment saw him embedded with the National Guard, documenting their vital helicopter missions to assist isolated communities in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Whether navigating complex court cases or seeking solutions for consumers, Lake is committed to providing insightful and meaningful journalism for the community he calls home.

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