Duplin County Sheriff's Office makes arrest, investigates murder

On October 24, 2021 at approximately 9:24 pm, the Duplin County Sheriff’s Office responded to the address of 112 Ralph Jones Lane in the Mount Olive area of Duplin County. Witnesses on the scene stated that a verbal altercation began between Juan Manuel Martinez Nava and Oscar Ruben Zamudio Rivera.

During the verbal altercation, a firearm was brandished and the altercation became physical. During the physical altercation, the firearm, which was in the control of Juan Manuel Martinez Nava, discharged striking Oscar Ruben Zamudio Rivera in the head, ultimately leading to his death.

Juan Manuel Martinez Nava also provided a statement which corroborated with the statement given by witnesses on scene. Juan Manuel Martinez Nava was arrested and charged with an open count of Murder.

Juan Manuel Martinez Nava was placed in the Duplin County Jail under no bond. The investigation is continuing.