Brantley Daniel Best, a 21-year-old male from Mount Olive, North Carolina, tragically passed away on November 20, 2018. Born in Wayne County, NC, in 1997, Brantley was a 2015 graduate of Clinton High School and was currently enrolled at Sampson Community College while working at Food Lion in Clinton.
On the afternoon of November 20, 2018, the Wayne County Sheriff's Office responded to a 911 call reporting an accidental shooting at 348 Slapout Road, Mount Olive.
Upon arrival, deputies found Brantley suffering from a single gunshot wound. He was immediately transported to Wayne Memorial Hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
The investigation revealed that the 911 call was made by a friend of Brantley, who was present at the scene during the incident. This friend was taken to the sheriff's office for questioning and later released to his parents. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain under investigation, and an autopsy was ordered to determine the exact cause of death.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and the case is still being investigated by the Wayne County Sheriff's Office. The authorities have not released any further details regarding potential suspects or motives.
Brantley's death has left a profound impact on his family, friends, and the community. Funeral services were held at Clinton Family Worship Center, followed by burial at Wayne Memorial Park in Goldsboro. The investigation into his death continues, with the hope that justice will be served and the truth will be uncovered.
