Precious Vernetta Dyer, a 29-year-old African American woman, tragically passed away on December 26, 2021, in Wilson, North Carolina. She was pronounced dead at Vidant Medical Center in Greenville, NC. Precious was a U.S. Navy veteran and was four months pregnant with her first child, a boy. She was engaged to her fiancé, Timothy Johnson, and was looking forward to starting a family.
The incident that led to Precious Vernetta Dyer's death occurred during a Christmas party at the
Evolution Music Hall outside Wilson. A fight broke out at the nightclub, and although Precious was not involved in the altercation, she was shot and killed. The suspect, Success Angelo Chandler Jr., a 26-year-old man, was charged with first-degree murder and murder of an unborn child. Chandler, who had a history of criminal activity, including a previous manslaughter conviction, turned himself in to the Wilson County Sheriff's Office.
Chandler is a validated Crips gang member, and investigators believe that either the gang code of silence or fear of retribution prevented witnesses from coming forward with information about the incident. Forensic examination and other crime scene techniques identified Chandler as the suspect in Precious Vernetta Dyer's killing. He was jailed without bond, and his first court appearance was scheduled for the following Monday.
The Wilson County Sheriff's Office expressed their disappointment in those who had information but did not come forward. Sheriff Calvin Woodard Jr. emphasized the emotional trauma that Precious Vernetta Dyer's family must endure, not only losing a daughter but also their first grandchild. The family hopes for justice and a small measure of comfort, despite the tragic loss.
Precious Vernetta Dyer's death has left a lasting impact on her family, friends, and community. Her family continues to seek answers and justice for her untimely death, while also remembering the joy and love she brought into their lives.
