Daniel James Pryor, known as DJ, was 22 when he died on October 2, 2021, at the Naval Hospital in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Born September 7, 1999, in Fredericksburg, Virginia, he is survived by his mother and stepfather Shanon and James Cone, his father James Anthony Pryor, a brother Stephen Pryor, and sisters Mackenzie O’Neill and Emilee Pryor. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with family and friends.

DJ was shot and killed in an isolated incident at the Camp Lejeune barracks. The Marine Corps reported that a Marine suspected of involvement was apprehended by base law enforcement, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service is handling the investigation.

Anyone with information about DJ, his movements at Camp Lejeune, or that night is asked to come forward.