Justin Lewis Maness was 14 when he was fatally shot near his home on Hussey Road in Moore County on August 10, 2018. Deputies arrived just after 3 p.m. and found Justin with a gunshot wound; he was taken to First Health Regional Hospital and died of his injuries.

The Moore County Sheriff’s Office described Justin as an adventurous boy who hunted doves and deer. The shooting was not described as random; two juveniles who were at the scene were questioned and investigators said the case would be reviewed with the Moore County District Attorney’s Office to consider charges. The sheriff’s office offered condolences to the family and said the investigation would be thorough.

If anyone knew Justin, saw activity around Hussey Road on August 10, 2018, or has information about the shooting, please come forward.