Manhunt for Craven County Murder Suspect Enters Sixth Day
The search for Dominic Connelly, suspected of killing his grandmother and stabbing a Craven County deputy, continues into its sixth day. Local, state, and federal agencies are working around the clock to locate him.
Ongoing Search Efforts
- The Craven County Sheriff’s Office leads the operation using ground units and aerial technology including drones and helicopters equipped with thermal sensors and motion detection.
- Specialized K-9 teams from across North Carolina assist in the manhunt.
- Authorities believe Connelly is near the Craven and Beaufort County line, possibly moving north while using fields and woods to avoid capture.
Challenges in the Search
Officials face difficulties due to the environment. The thick brush in the woods offers significant cover, complicating the search efforts.
Recent Developments
- On Friday, a trail camera captured footage of Connelly near 10000 U.S.
- The search extended into Beaufort County along CC Road following another possible sighting, but the 24-year-old suspect was not located.
Description of Suspect
Dominic Connelly was last seen wearing a black long sleeve shirt and camouflage-style pants.
Craven County Sheriff’s Office: “Multiple local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies continue to search day and night for Dominic Connelly by ground and air.”
Author’s summary: The intensive, multi-agency manhunt for Dominic Connelly, wanted for a double violent crime, faces natural obstacles as authorities use advanced technology and K-9 units to track him in challenging terrain.
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