US EditionWilmington Man Pleads Guilty to Manslaughter in 2024 Deadly Shooting
NEW HANOVER COUNTY, JUL 8 – Triston Spencer pleaded guilty after accidentally firing a live round that killed Skyler Pattillo at a social event, with sentencing including 16 to 29 months in prison.
- On July 8, Triston Daniel Spencer pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in New Hanover County Court, Wilmington, NC.
- During the social gathering on September 26, 2024, Spencer's belief the gun was empty led to a live round being discharged, killing Skyler Pattillo.
- Court documents show Spencer had no firearms license, and his 'dry fired' claim reflects his belief the gun was empty before it discharged, leading to Pattillo's death.
- With sentencing scheduled for July 14, Judge Houston's ruling will consider Crown's request for 7-9 years and the defense's proposal of a conditional sentence and probation.
- Going forward under court order, Spencer's probation includes gun safety initiatives and cooperation on a public service announcement, with a suspended sentence pending compliance.
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Wilmington man pleads guilty to involuntary manslaughter
WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A man who fatally shot a woman last year pleaded guilty in court Tuesday. 22-year-old Triston Spencer pled guilty to involuntary manslaughter in New Hanover County Court. Last year, Spencer was charged in the death of 20-year-old Skyler Pattillo. It was revealed in court that on the night of September 26, 2024, Spencer was dancing with Pattillo and other friends while holding a loaded handgun. Spencer thought the gun w…
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