Joseph Melvin dies in fatal Clinton shooting
Joseph Melvin dies in fatal Clinton shooting
Fatal Clinton shooting death of Joseph Melvin – Obituary.
A disagreement escalated into a tragic shooting involving a man from Sampson County over the weekend, according to law enforcement officials. The Clinton Police Department reported that officers were dispatched shortly before 1 p.m. on Saturday to the 1300 block of Beaman Street following reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers discovered that Joseph Melvin, 37, from Roseboro, had already been taken to Sampson Regional Medical Center in a private vehicle, but he was pronounced dead shortly after reaching the hospital.
Witnesses at the scene informed police that they observed a potential suspect fleeing in a dark-colored SUV, which was subsequently located parked on Five Bridge Road. Tevin Bryant, 31, from Clinton, has been identified as the suspected shooter and was brought in for questioning, along with a 36-year-old woman who was a passenger in the vehicle.
The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, with the police stating that the investigation is ongoing. They indicated that the argument that preceded the shooting could have played a role in the incident.
The Clinton Police Department is diligently working to reconstruct the events leading to this unfortunate situation and has committed to providing updates as more information becomes available. They are also collaborating closely with the district attorney’s office to ensure a comprehensive review of all details as the investigation unfolds.
Authorities are encouraging anyone with information related to the shooting to reach out to the Clinton Police Department at 910-592-3105.
Joseph Melvin dies in fatal Clinton shooting Fatal Clinton shooting death of Joseph Melvin – Obituary. A disagreement escalated into a tragic shooting involving a man from Sampson County over the weekend, according to law enforcement officials. The Clinton Police Department reported that officers were dispatched shortly before 1 p.m. on Saturday to the 1300…
Joseph Melvin dies in fatal Clinton shooting Fatal Clinton shooting death of Joseph Melvin – Obituary. A disagreement escalated into a tragic shooting involving a man from Sampson County over the weekend, according to law enforcement officials. The Clinton Police Department reported that officers were dispatched shortly before 1 p.m. on Saturday to the 1300…