The family of David Shannon is hoping details from his cellphone and computer will help explain why the UNC freshman fell to his death in Carrboro early on Oct. 27.
His brother, Stephen Shannon, said the Carrboro Police Department obtained a court order Wednesday to search the cellphone and laptop. He said it could take about a week to search the items.
Lt. Chris Atack, of Carrboro police, declined to comment on the developments, saying the investigation is ongoing.
David Shannon, a Charlotte native, was found dead the night of Oct. 27 at the Ready Mixed Concrete Plant on Guthrie Avenue.
Police say he fell 40 feet early in the morning after climbing machinery at the plant. Police say that alcohol may have been a factor.
Stephen Shannon said there are still many unanswered questions about the hours leading up to his brother’s death.
“We do not know why David ended up at Guthrie Avenue,” Shannon said. “The biggest hole in the night is how he ended up there.”
But he said he is hopeful his brother’s cellphone will reveal more information.
“That was one of the last pieces of the puzzle,” Stephen Shannon said.