Brian Keith Hensley, a 36-year-old male from Barnardsville, NC, tragically lost his life on November 7, 2020. The incident occurred during a domestic altercation between Brian and his father. According to reports, deputies responded to a 911 call of shots fired on Hensley Road in Barnardsville. Upon arrival, they found Brian Keith Hensley deceased at the scene from gunshot wounds.
The altercation, which resulted in the fatal shooting, also left Brian's father injured. He was transported to an area hospital for treatment of his gunshot wounds. The Buncombe County Sheriff's Office is continuing to investigate the incident, and no further details have been released regarding arrests, suspects, or any ongoing litigation.
Brian Keith Hensley was a young man who never met a stranger. He is survived by his parents, Burnice Keith Hensley and Cheryl Lynn Wilde, a son, Trevor Hensley, and several siblings. The family held a memorial service on November 15, 2020, at Lighthouse Baptist Church.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding Brian Keith Hensley's death remains ongoing, and authorities have not released any additional information regarding potential suspects or legal proceedings.
