The Transylvania County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim of a fatal accident at the Transylvania County Landfill on February 10 as 21-year-old Dearrius Weston of Arkansas. The incident has sent shockwaves through both the local community and Weston’s family, leaving friends, coworkers, and neighbors grappling with grief over the sudden and tragic loss of a young life.
According to authorities, the accident occurred during routine operations at the landfill. Details remain under investigation, but officials confirmed that emergency responders were called to the scene immediately after the incident. Despite the swift arrival of first responders and efforts to provide aid, Weston was pronounced dead at the scene. Law enforcement and safety investigators are working to determine the circumstances that led to this tragic event and whether any safety protocols can be reinforced to prevent similar accidents in the future.
Weston, a native of Arkansas, was described by those who knew him as hardworking, kind, and full of promise. Family members remember him as a devoted relative and a caring friend, whose optimism and bright personality left a lasting impression on those around him.
The Transylvania County Sheriff’s Office has extended condolences to Weston’s family and friends and asked the public to respect their privacy during this difficult time. The community, meanwhile, is uniting in mourning and support, honoring the life of a young man whose passing has left a profound impact on everyone who knew him.