In Loving Memory of Tre Hobbs — Gone Too Soon, but Never Forgotten

In Loving Memory of Tre Hobbs — Gone Too Soon, but Never Forgotten

UNION COUNTY, N.C. — Heartbreak and disbelief have swept across Union County following the devastating loss of 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 an ordinary evening turned into an unthinkable tragedy, leaving family, friends, and the community in deep mourning.

According to the Union County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to reports of gunfire around 8:45 p.m. at the Taco Bell where Tre worked. Upon arrival, officers discovered Tre suffering from multiple gunshot wounds inside the restaurant. Despite the valiant efforts of first responders, Tre was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators believe the shooting was targeted rather than random, and detectives are actively pursuing leads while reviewing surveillance footage to bring those responsible to justice.

In the wake of the tragedy, Tre’s mother bravely came forward to identify her son, sharing her heartbreak with the world. “My baby didn’t deserve this,” she wrote in a grief-stricken post that has since drawn hundreds of messages of sympathy and support. The outpouring of love from the community is a reflection of the kind of person Tre was — warm, genuine, and deeply loved by all who knew him.

Friends and coworkers describe Tre as the type of person who could turn a bad day around with nothing more than his bright smile and infectious laugh. To those who worked alongside him, he wasn’t just a coworker — he was family. He was known for his dedication, his positive spirit, and his unwavering kindness toward others.

“He was just doing his job, trying to make an honest living,” a close friend said tearfully. “Tre didn’t bother anyone. He had dreams, and he was working hard to make them happen.”

By Tuesday morning, the Taco Bell parking lot had transformed into a place of remembrance. Candles flickered in the night as flowers, photos, and handwritten messages of love surrounded the entrance. Friends, family members, and colleagues gathered, holding each other close, sharing stories, and finding comfort in their collective grief. The vigil stood as a powerful reminder that Tre’s life, though tragically cut short, made a profound impact on those around him.

The Union County Sheriff’s Office continues to urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward. Even the smallest detail, they emphasized, could help bring justice for Tre and closure to his heartbroken family.

As Union County grapples with the loss, the community is once again reminded of how fragile life can be — and how violence leaves ripples of pain that touch so many lives. Tre’s passing has left an emptiness that words cannot fill, but his memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved him.

Tre Hobbs will be remembered for his kind heart, infectious laughter, and unshakable spirit. He brought light into every room he entered and inspired others simply by being himself. While his life was tragically taken far too soon, the love and warmth he shared will continue to echo in the lives of everyone he touched.

Rest in peace, Tre Hobbs.

Your light, your laughter, and your love for life will never be forgotten.

You may be gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.