Christopher Donta Clibbons, a 31-year-old African American male from Kelly, NC, tragically passed away on August 12, 2021. He was found dead at his residence on Lightwood Knot Road, having suffered a fatal gunshot wound. The Bladen County Sheriff's Office responded to the scene and initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
The investigation led to the arrest of Demecus Devone McMillan, a 29-year-old male from Wallace, NC.
McMillan was charged with first-degree murder and kidnapping. According to the authorities, McMillan had a connection to the victim's family, as he was the estranged husband of Tasheena Shandelle McMillan, a 30-year-old female who was also involved in the incident. After allegedly shooting Christopher Clibbons, McMillan kidnapped Tasheena and took her to Pender County, where she was later found safe by deputies.
Further developments in the case saw the arrest of Bryan Sentario McClean, another individual from Wallace, NC. McClean was also charged with first-degree murder and kidnapping in connection to the death of Christopher Clibbons and the kidnapping of Tasheena Shandelle McMillan. Both suspects were held at the Bladen County Detention Center without bail on the murder charges, while McClean's bail for the kidnapping charge was set at $500,000.
The Bladen County Sheriff's Office continued its investigation into the case, gathering evidence and testimonies to build a comprehensive understanding of the events leading to Christopher Clibbons' death. The involvement of multiple suspects and the nature of the crime highlighted the complexity of the case, which drew significant attention from the local community and law enforcement agencies.
