Ex-con charged with murdering mom and brother just days after leaving prison
A tragic incident has shaken the community of Wilson, North Carolina, as a man has been charged with the murder of his mother and teenage brother just six days after being released from prison. Da’ron Jenkins, 25, had recently walked free after serving over five years for theft and burglary offenses. His mother, Dana Jenkins, expressed her joy on social media about his release, only for the situation to take a devastating turn shortly after.
Authorities discovered the lifeless bodies of Dana Jenkins, 50, and her 15-year-old son, Daryn Cox, in their home in Wilson, located east of Raleigh. Da’ron Jenkins was swiftly taken into custody and charged with first-degree murder in connection with their deaths. The details surrounding how the two family members died remain undisclosed, as well as the motive behind the heinous act.
Julia Kornegay, a cousin who resides next door, recalled seeing Da’ron Jenkins in a distressed state in the early hours of the morning, appearing as though he had just been released from a mental institution. She described noticing his erratic behavior and a sense of impending danger emanating from him, which ultimately materialized in the tragic loss of Dana and Daryn.
Following his arrest, Da’ron Jenkins was held in Wilson County jail without bond, awaiting further legal proceedings. The local community, including their church family, mourns the loss of Dana and Daryn, remembering them for their love and presence within the community. Bishop Sherman Blandon of Mount Moriah Community Church shared heartfelt sentiments about the impact of their passing on the congregation, emphasizing Daryn’s significance to those who knew him.
As the investigation unfolds and the legal process progresses, the community of Wilson grapples with the aftermath of this heartbreaking event. The memory of Dana Jenkins and Daryn Cox lives on in the hearts of those who knew and cherished them, as they seek solace and understanding in the wake of such a senseless tragedy.
