WILSON, N.C. (WTVD) -- A tight-knit community in Wilson is in mourning after a triple shooting Monday that killed 44-year-old Natasha Sutton and her 21-year-old son Avantae Pender. According to warrants, law enforcement alleges the shooter is 39-year-old Donta Chestnut.

Meanwhile, a second person was charged Tuesday night in the shooting. Tiffany Chestnut, 36, is facing two felony charges for allegedly handing the gun used in the shooting back to the suspect after he dropped it on the ground as he ran away from the scene.

Donta Chestnut is a prominent figure in the neighborhood, best known for his work with youth and for being an anti-gun violence advocate. He ran unsuccessfully for city council in 2023. Chestnut also founded the nonprofit community group Our Wilson.

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