Versean Jenkins, a 21-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on May 22, 2016, in Goldsboro, North Carolina. The incident occurred at Donel's Convenience Store located at 518 East Elm Street, where Jenkins was shot multiple times around 12:15 a.m. Despite being transported to Vidant Medical Center for medical attention, Jenkins succumbed to his injuries.
The investigation into Jenkins' death led to significant developments over the years.
In September 2019, Dearron Strickland, a 25-year-old male from Goldsboro, was charged with first-degree murder in connection with the case. At the time of his arrest, Strickland was already in custody on unrelated charges. Additionally, TyQuail Price, a 20-year-old male from Goldsboro, was charged with accessory after the fact in the deadly shooting. Price was also in custody at the Wayne County Detention Center on unrelated charges when he received a $200,000 secured bond on the accessory charge.
The case highlights the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to bring justice to the victim and his family. The charges against Strickland and Price underscore the seriousness of the crime and the commitment of the authorities to hold those responsible accountable. The community of Goldsboro continues to remember Versean Jenkins and the impact of his untimely death on his family and friends.
