Wrightsville Officer Kills Man Attacking Firefighter With Wakizashi at Gas Station

Overview

• The attack occurred around midnight on Oct. 27 outside the SideTrack convenience store and fueling station on East College Street.
• The GBI identified the suspect as Diamond Daspin Seltzer, 32, of Wrightsville.
• Officials say the man exited a vehicle and began striking the firefighter with a Wakizashi as the officer spoke with him.
• Authorities have not released a motive or comprehensive details on the firefighter’s injuries.
• The GBI has opened an inquiry, with any determinations about the officer’s actions to follow its fact-finding.