Melito Armstrong Jr., a 17-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on August 7, 2022, in Whitakers, North Carolina. The incident occurred at a house party attended by over 200 people. According to reports, an altercation broke out among two groups known to each other as the party was ending. This led to a shooting in which Melito Armstrong Jr. was shot in the chest and subsequently died.
His mother confirmed that he had recently turned 17 in July.
The Nash County Sheriff's Office received a call around 1:30 a.m. reporting multiple shooters at the party. Investigators found multiple vehicles at the scene with bullet holes. Another victim, who was also shot, was transported to Nash UNC Health Care with a gunshot wound to the hand. The suspects responsible for the shooting left the scene before police arrived. The shooting is being investigated as a homicide.
The investigation revealed that the shooting was not a random act, and the shooters and victims knew each other. The Nash County Sheriff's Office is actively investigating the case, but as of now, no arrests have been made. The community mourns the loss of Melito Armstrong Jr., who was described by his family as a funny, caring young man who enjoyed cooking for his family. His death has left a significant impact on his family and the community, who are seeking justice for this senseless act of violence.
