Detry Horne, 51, of Lilesville, North Carolina, was found dead inside his truck on the ramp to Highway 74 from Highway 108 in Columbus on March 31, 2016, the result of an apparent gunshot wound. Horne worked as a truck driver and maintenance technician and was remembered by family as friendly, humorous, and devoted to cooking and gardening.

Police arrested three people in connection with the killing: Quintae Dayrelle Edwards, Kayla Lynn Black, and Kwamae Fernanders. Edwards and Fernanders were charged with first-degree murder; Black has been described as a person of interest. Investigators say surveillance footage and witness statements tied the suspects to Horne’s death, and authorities have indicated they know the motive without publicly disclosing specifics.

Horne’s family and community continue to grieve and recall his positive impact. If anyone has information about Horne’s movements or the ramp area on March 31, 2016, please come forward.