Joshua Adam Dibuono, a 19-year-old male, tragically lost his life on March 26, 2018, in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. The incident occurred while Joshua was driving on U.S. Route 17 with two passengers. The group was en route to pick up rims for Joshua's car, which he had arranged to purchase through Craigslist. As they traveled, their vehicle came under fire from a red Dodge Neon occupied by two black males. Multiple bullets struck the car, fatally wounding Joshua.
Despite the efforts of his friends to control the vehicle and save him, Joshua succumbed to his injuries during surgery at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital.
The investigation into Joshua's death has been challenging for law enforcement. Authorities have ruled out the possibility that the person who listed the rims for sale was involved in the shooting. The motive behind the attack remains unclear, with some speculating that it may have been a case of road rage. Despite the passage of time, no suspects have been identified, and the case remains unsolved. Joshua's family continues to seek answers and justice for their beloved son, brother, fiancé, and friend.
Joshua's death has left a profound impact on his family and community. His father, Nick Dibuono, has expressed the ongoing pain and heartache of losing his son. The family has set up a GoFundMe page to help cover funeral expenses and has offered a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. The Pasquotank County Sheriff's Office continues to urge anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing the importance of community assistance in solving this tragic case.
