UPDATE ***CAPTURED***
WANTED PERSON – MANHUNT
Brian Markelle Benson has been captured and is in custody.
The Duplin County Sheriff’s Office would like to thank all of the law enforcement officers and the community that worked diligently together to capture Brian Benson.
The Duplin County Sheriff’s Office is currently looking for Brian Markelle Benson, B/M, DOB 04/14/2000. Benson now has a short hair cut and no dreads. He was last seen on Willie Hatcher Road near NC Hwy 111 North near the Chinquapin community. Benson is wanted for Attempted Murder and is considered armed and dangerous. He was last seen wearing red boxer shorts. If anyone sees Benson do not attempt to approach him and call 911 immediately. Do not harbor this fugitive or you will be charged. Also call 911 with any pertinent information on Benson. The Duplin County Sheriff’s Office is offering a $500 reward for information leading to the capture and arrest of Brian Markelle Benson.