Destiny Wiggins, a 24-year-old African American woman, tragically lost her life on December 1, 2022, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. Destiny, a mother of four, was found shot dead in the front seat of a car alongside Devone Brown, a 28-year-old male. The incident occurred in the parking lot of Barnhill Construction, where the two victims were discovered by employees arriving for work early in the morning.
Destiny's two children were in the backseat of the car at the time of the shooting, and although they were physically unharmed, they were exposed to cold temperatures for an extended period and were subsequently treated at a nearby hospital.
The Rocky Mount Police Department quickly identified Eric Coley, a 42-year-old male, as the primary suspect in the case. Coley, who was an employee at Barnhill Construction, confessed to the murders of Destiny Wiggins and Devone Brown. He was arrested on December 2, 2022, and charged with first-degree murder. The investigation revealed that Destiny Wiggins was 12 weeks pregnant at the time of her death, leading to an additional murder charge for the unborn child. Coley is currently being held at the Nash County Detention Facility without bond, and he could face the death penalty or life in prison, pending the outcome of his court proceedings.
The motive behind the tragic incident remains unclear, and the Rocky Mount Police Department continues to investigate the case. Destiny Wiggins' family has been deeply affected by her untimely death, with her mother starting a GoFundMe fundraiser to help cover the costs of her burial. Destiny's sister, Breana Wiggins, described her as a loving mother who was passionate about doing hair and caring for her family. The community has rallied around the Wiggins family, offering support and condolences during this difficult time.
