On July 30, 2024, at approximately 4 p.m., Pilot Mountain Police responded to a reported domestic disturbance and shooting at 800 West Main Street, near East Surry High School. Upon arrival, officers found 36-year-old William "Curry" Sprinkle Jr. of Pinnacle, North Carolina, in the front yard with a gunshot wound to the chest. Despite immediate life-saving efforts by officers and Surry County EMS, Sprinkle was pronounced dead at the scene.
The incident occurred across the street from East Surry High School, raising concerns among local residents about safety near educational institutions. However, authorities confirmed that no school faculty or staff were in harm's way during the incident. The school's front entrance was temporarily blocked off during the investigation, but officials clarified that the event was not related to the high school.
The Pilot Mountain Police Department, with assistance from the Surry County Sheriff's Office and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigations, launched an investigation into the shooting. The shooter has been identified, but their identity has not been made public due to the ongoing investigation. As of the latest available information, no arrests have been reported in connection with Sprinkle's death.
William "Curry" Sprinkle Jr., born on October 28, 1987, in Forsyth County, was a resident of Pinnacle, North Carolina. He is survived by his wife, Chelsea Sprinkle, and their two children. A funeral service was held on August 6, 2024, at Cox-Needham Funeral Home, followed by interment at Friends Union Church Cemetery.
The community continues to mourn the unexpected loss of Sprinkle, while authorities proceed with their investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding his death. Further details regarding potential suspects or arrests have not been disclosed at this time.
