Wilmington Police Search for Person of Interest After Camp Lejeune Marine Fatally Stabbed

Wilmington police are actively seeking a person of interest following a fatal stabbing in the city’s downtown district that claimed the life of a 21-year-old U.S. Marine. Lance Corporal Daniel Montano, stationed at Camp Lejeune, died from his injuries on Monday after being involved in a fight early Sunday morning.

Details of the Fatal Altercation

The incident occurred around 2:00 a.m. On Sunday on North Front Street in downtown Wilmington. According to reports, Montano was injured during a fight and was subsequently transported to a hospital, where he later succumbed to his stab wounds.

About Lance Corporal Daniel Montano

Lance Corporal Daniel Montano was a 21-year-old inventory management specialist. He served with the 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines Regiment at Camp Lejeune. A native of San Bernardino, California, Montano’s death has prompted a focused investigation by the Wilmington Police Department (WPD).

Person of Interest Description

The Wilmington Police Department has released photographs and a detailed description of an individual they wish to interview regarding the stabbing. Investigators describe the person of interest as an adult Black male with a medium build.

At the time of the incident, the individual was wearing:

• A light-colored, fleece-lined denim jacket
• Light-colored denim pants
• A pink shirt
• White sneakers with blue and red accents
• A dark blue head covering with long hair extending from underneath

Separate Incident on North Front Street

Police have clarified that this fatal stabbing was one of two separate incidents that occurred minutes apart on North Front Street. A second stabbing, occurring just two minutes after the first, left a 22-year-old woman with life-threatening injuries. In connection with that specific case, 20-year-old Jazya Muldrow-Green has been arrested and charged with assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill inflicting serious injury. Investigators believe the two stabbings are unrelated.

Key Takeaways

• Victim: Lance Corporal Daniel Montano, 21, of San Bernardino, CA.
• Location: North Front Street, downtown Wilmington, NC.
• Status: Police are searching for a person of interest; one suspect has been arrested for a separate, unrelated stabbing nearby.
• Unit: 1st Battalion, 2nd Marines Regiment, Camp Lejeune.

How to Help the Investigation

The Wilmington Police Department is asking the public for any tips or information that could lead to the identification and location of the person of interest. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Wilmington Police Department at 910-343-3686.