Charges Dismissed Against NC Woman in Storage Unit Case

Charges of attempted first-degree murder and kidnapping against Robin Deaton were dismissed after her boyfriend, Gary Oxendine, admitted to fabricating the story that led to her arrest. Initially, Oxendine claimed Deaton locked him in a storage unit for days following an argument, but he later recanted, admitting to police and in a public interview that the charges were 'based on lies'. Court documents reveal Oxendine provided conflicting accounts to law enforcement and the media, ultimately stating he had been dishonest. His acknowledgment of deceit made it impossible for the District Attorney's office to pursue charges against Deaton. The case was officially dropped on March 6, 2025, as the affidavit indicated Oxendine's statements were inconsistent and unreliable. Although initially detained, Deaton was released after the charges were dismissed due to Oxendine's admission.