Darrell Atkinson, a 47-year-old man from Wilmington, NC, was tragically shot and killed on June 5, 2018. He was found outside a residence in the 700 block of North 11th Street around 7:40 p.m. Witnesses reported seeing two suspects fleeing the scene on foot before getting into a black sports car. Despite ongoing investigations, no arrests have been made in connection with his death.
Atkinson's death was one of three unsolved murders in Wilmington that summer.
The police believe that most of the victims knew their attackers, and the shootings were targeted rather than random acts of violence. Atkinson had a history of posting about violence and confrontations on social media, which added complexity to the investigation.
The Wilmington Police Department has been working diligently to solve the case but has not released any information about potential suspects or motives. They continue to urge the public to come forward with any information that might help solve the case.
Atkinson was remembered fondly by his loved ones, who shared their grief and memories on social media. He was buried in Calvary Memorial Cemetery.
The investigation into Darrell Atkinson's murder remains open, and the police are still seeking information to bring those responsible to justice.
