Police Search For Suspect After Stabbing Kills Marine In NC
3 weeks ago
The Wilmington Police Department in North Carolina is seeking the public's help identifying a person of interest who's connected to a deadly stabbing.
The suspect is described as a black man with a medium build, wearing what appears to be a dark blue head covering, with long hair extending from underneath.
Officers responded to reports of multiple fights in downtown Wilmington around 2 a.m. Sunday. 2 adult males were stabbed. 1 of the victims, identified as 21-year-old Daniel Montano died from his injuries. He was a U.S. Marine.
Here's more information from a post on the Wilmington Police Department's Facebook page:
"The Wilmington Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest connected to a violent incident that occurred in the downtown area during the early morning hours of Sunday, April 5, 2026.
At approximately 2:00 a.m., officers responded to reports of multiple fights in downtown Wilmington. During the incident, two adult males were stabbed. One of the victims, identified as 21-year-old Daniel Montano, has since succumbed to his injuries.
The Wilmington Police Department extends its condolences to Mr. Montano’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.
Detectives are actively working to identify and locate the individual depicted in the attached photos, who is considered a person of interest in this investigation.
The individual is described as an adult Black male with a medium build, wearing a light-colored fleece-lined denim jacket, light-colored denim pants, a pink shirt, and white sneakers with blue and red accents. He was also wearing what appears to be a dark blue head covering, with long hair extending from underneath.
Investigators are asking anyone who was in the downtown Wilmington area between approximately 12:00 a.m. and 3:00 a.m. on April 5, 2026, to come forward with any information.
This includes:
•Cell phone photos or videos
•Dash camera footage
•Business surveillance footage
•Any observations, no matter how minor they may seem
Even small details can be critical to the investigation.
The Wilmington Police Department is utilizing a secure digital evidence portal to collect information from the public. All submissions go directly into the department’s evidence system.
Members of the public can submit photos, videos, and other information using the link or QR code below.
https://WilmingtonPD.evidence.com/.../public/100nfrontst
Anyone with information can also contact Det. Childress with the Wilmington Police Department at 910-343-3686 or submit tips anonymously through Tip411.
This is an active and ongoing investigation. The Wilmington Police Department appreciates the community’s assistance in helping bring clarity and accountability to this case."
The suspect is described as a black man with a medium build, wearing what appears to be a dark blue head covering, with long hair extending from underneath.
Officers responded to reports of multiple fights in downtown Wilmington around 2 a.m. Sunday. 2 adult males were stabbed. 1 of the victims, identified as 21-year-old Daniel Montano died from his injuries. He was a U.S. Marine.
Here's more information from a post on the Wilmington Police Department's Facebook page:
"The Wilmington Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying a person of interest connected to a violent incident that occurred in the downtown area during the early morning hours of Sunday, April 5, 2026.
At approximately 2:00 a.m., officers responded to reports of multiple fights in downtown Wilmington. During the incident, two adult males were stabbed. One of the victims, identified as 21-year-old Daniel Montano, has since succumbed to his injuries.
The Wilmington Police Department extends its condolences to Mr. Montano’s family and loved ones during this difficult time.
Detectives are actively working to identify and locate the individual depicted in the attached photos, who is considered a person of interest in this investigation.
The individual is described as an adult Black male with a medium build, wearing a light-colored fleece-lined denim jacket, light-colored denim pants, a pink shirt, and white sneakers with blue and red accents. He was also wearing what appears to be a dark blue head covering, with long hair extending from underneath.
Investigators are asking anyone who was in the downtown Wilmington area between approximately 12:00 a.m. and 3:00 a.m. on April 5, 2026, to come forward with any information.
This includes:
•Cell phone photos or videos
•Dash camera footage
•Business surveillance footage
•Any observations, no matter how minor they may seem
Even small details can be critical to the investigation.
The Wilmington Police Department is utilizing a secure digital evidence portal to collect information from the public. All submissions go directly into the department’s evidence system.
Members of the public can submit photos, videos, and other information using the link or QR code below.
https://WilmingtonPD.evidence.com/.../public/100nfrontst
Anyone with information can also contact Det. Childress with the Wilmington Police Department at 910-343-3686 or submit tips anonymously through Tip411.
This is an active and ongoing investigation. The Wilmington Police Department appreciates the community’s assistance in helping bring clarity and accountability to this case."
