Brittany Ann Hunt, a 23-year-old woman from Lumberton, North Carolina, tragically lost her life on March 8, 2021. Brittany, a loving mother, was driving her car with her two 5-year-old twins and a 20-year-old male passenger when she was shot. The incident occurred on Meadow View Road near Linkhaw Road at around 2:30 p.m. The gunshot caused Brittany to lose control of the vehicle, which subsequently crashed into a canal.
Despite being rushed to UNC Health Southeastern, Brittany was pronounced dead upon arrival. Her two children and the male passenger sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
The investigation into Brittany Ann Hunt's death revealed that she had been shot while driving, leading to the fatal crash. The Lumberton Police Department, along with the Robeson County Sheriff's Office, launched an investigation to identify the perpetrator. On March 12, 2021, a 16-year-old teenager was charged in connection with the shooting. The teen was accused of shooting into an occupied vehicle, which resulted in Brittany's death. The suspect was taken into custody and placed in secure detention pending further court proceedings.
Brittany Ann Hunt's family has been vocal about their desire for justice. They have expressed their grief and the impact of her loss on their lives. Brittany was described as the life of the party, with a smile that could light up a room. Her family has been actively seeking answers and urging the community to come forward with any information that could help solve the case. The investigation is ongoing, and the authorities continue to work diligently to bring those responsible to justice.
