James Michael Lynch, 56, was killed on November 25, 2023, during a rabbit hunting outing on private land along Watman Church Road in Halifax County, North Carolina. The shooting occurred around 2:15 p.m.; a discharged shotgun fatally struck Lynch, who was pronounced dead at the scene. The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission opened an investigation into the circumstances.

Captain Branden Jones said the probe was in its early stages and as of the latest details no charges had been filed and the identity of the person handling the firearm has not been publicly released. Lynch was born March 22, 1967, in Halifax County and worked as a carpenter for 38 years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, home remodeling, and supported the Dallas Cowboys. He is survived by his mother Bettie Lynch, his fiancée Chanta Richardson, children Jameriah, Zi’havian, and Jorlin, and an extended family; funeral services were held December 8, 2023.

Does anyone have information about the hunt or the events leading up to the shooting that could help clarify what happened?