Police say he robbed and killed 62-year-old Billy Watson Strickland early Monday morning.
Strickland was found on the side of Hannah Creek Road near Stricklands Crossroads Road.
Messer has been charged with robbery with a dangerous weapon and first-degree murder.
He is currently being held in the Johnston County Jail with no bond.
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