With heavy hearts and profound sorrow, the Bertie County community mourns the tragic and untimely loss of Tahlik Deloatch, a young man whose life was cut short far too soon. At just 27 years old, Tahlik’s passing has left an indescribable void in the hearts of his family, friends, and all who knew and loved him.
On Saturday afternoon, just after 3:00 p.m., first responders were dispatched to what was initially reported as a vehicle accident on Harrell Siding Road near Highway 11. Upon arrival, EMS and fire personnel made a heartbreaking discovery—Tahlik was found unresponsive inside his vehicle, having suffered fatal gunshot wounds. Despite their efforts, he was pronounced deceased at the scene, marking a devastating end to a life filled with promise and potential.
Tahlik was more than a headline or a statistic. He was a son, a relative, a friend—someone whose presence mattered and whose absence is deeply felt. Those who knew him remember his spirit, his individuality, and the mark he left on the lives around him. His laughter, his dreams, and his future were stolen in a moment of senseless violence, leaving loved ones searching for answers and struggling to cope with overwhelming grief.
The Bertie County Sheriff’s Office, with assistance from the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (NCSBI), continues to actively investigate the circumstances surrounding Tahlik’s death. Authorities have asked anyone who may have been traveling along Harrell Siding Road between 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. on Saturday—and who may have noticed a vehicle stopped along the roadside—to come forward. Any information, no matter how small it may seem, could be vital in bringing clarity and justice in this case. Tips can be shared with the sheriff’s office at 252-794-5330, and callers may remain anonymous.
As the investigation continues, Harrell Siding Road near Highway 11 remains closed, and officials urge the public to avoid the area out of respect for the ongoing efforts and the life lost there.
In this time of mourning, the community stands in solidarity with Tahlik Deloatch’s family, offering prayers, love, and support as they navigate an unimaginable loss. May his memory live on through the stories shared, the love he gave, and the legacy he leaves behind.
Rest in peace, Tahlik.
You are gone, but never forgotten.
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