Deonta Lamont Ellerbee, an 18-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on June 23, 2015, in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina. Ellerbee was found shot at 450 Caley Drive around 11:15 p.m. on June 23, 2015. He was subsequently transported to WakeMed Hospital in Raleigh, where he was pronounced dead.
The investigation into Ellerbee's death revealed that he and the suspect were acquainted.
The suspect claimed self-defense in the shooting, which has been a focal point of the ongoing investigation. Despite identifying a suspect, authorities have not yet filed charges, and the case remains under investigation.
The circumstances surrounding Ellerbee's death have left the community seeking answers and justice. The Harnett County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate the incident, and no further details have been released at this time.
