Police found the skeletal remains near the Cliffdale Road off-ramp on Thursday after reports of human remains in the area.
On Wednesday, authorities identified the remains as 20-year-old Jaylin Isaiah Dilday. Police said he was reported missing in May 2023.
According to a medical examiner, Dilday died from a gunshot wound to the head.
Anyone who has information or past communication with Jaylin Isaiah Dilday is asked to call Det. C. Johnson at (910)-584-6703.
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