Derrick Malloy, a 34-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on January 20, 2020, in Dunn, North Carolina. The incident occurred just feet from his home on North King Avenue and next door to his grandfather’s church. According to his sister, Nikita Malloy, Derrick was coming from his mother’s house with a plate of food in hand when he was shot twice—once in the back and once in the shoulder.
He died on the way to the hospital.
The family of Derrick Malloy has been seeking answers and justice since the day of his death. Despite the passage of time, no arrests have been made in connection with his murder. The police have indicated that the two shootings that occurred on that day appear to be related and that neither seemed random. However, the investigation has been hampered by a lack of witnesses willing to come forward and provide crucial information.
Derrick Malloy's family continues to struggle with the loss and the unanswered questions surrounding his death. His mother, Nellie Malloy, expressed her frustration and desire for justice, stating that she wants to know who shot her son and why. The family has been actively seeking closure and urging anyone with information to come forward and assist the police in solving the case.
The investigation into Derrick Malloy's murder remains ongoing, with the police executing search warrants and hoping for clues that will lead to the identification and arrest of the perpetrator. The lack of cooperation from potential witnesses has made it challenging for the authorities to make progress in the case. The family continues to hold onto hope that justice will be served and that they will eventually find the answers they seek.
