Goldsboro Man Missing: Mom Begs for Help After Son’s Car Found in Raleigh
GOLDSBORO, N.C. — A desperate search is underway for 30-year-old Justin Bright of Goldsboro, who vanished after last being seen in the La Grange area on Wednesday afternoon. His mother is now pleading for the public’s help to bring her son home safely.
According to a report shared by The North Carolina Beat, Bright was last seen around 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, and since then, family and friends have been unable to reach him. His phone has been turned off, and all communication has stopped.
Adding to the mystery, the smoke gray 2025 Toyota Camry that Bright was reportedly driving has been located in Raleigh, more than an hour away from where he was last seen. Investigators say the car’s GPS and cell data pinged through multiple North Carolina cities before it was discovered.
Family’s Plea for Help
Bright’s mother has made an emotional appeal on social media, urging anyone who may have seen her son or his car before it was found to come forward.
“Please, if anyone knows where my son is or saw him in the last few days, contact the authorities. We just want him home safe,” she said through family representatives.
The post has sparked a flood of concern online, with over 2,000 reactions and 2,500 shares in less than a day. Hundreds of comments have poured in from people offering prayers, sharing the post, and asking for updates.
Disappearance Timeline
- Last seen: Wednesday, around 4:30 p.m., in the La Grange area of Wayne County.
- Vehicle: Smoke gray 2025 Toyota Camry.
- Vehicle found: Raleigh, N.C., after GPS pings were traced through several cities.
- Phone: Turned off since disappearance.
Authorities have not confirmed whether foul play is suspected but are actively investigating the case.
Community Rallies Behind Search
The disappearance has deeply shaken residents of Goldsboro and surrounding communities, many of whom are joining efforts to spread awareness. Flyers and social media posts continue to circulate, urging people across the state to keep an eye out for Bright.
“Every share counts,” wrote one community member on Facebook. “We’ve seen people found because someone recognized them from posts like this. Let’s bring him home.”
How to Help
Anyone with information on Justin Bright’s whereabouts or who may have seen his gray Toyota Camry is urged to contact the Goldsboro Police Department or submit tips to The North Carolina Beat at newstip@thencbeat.com.
As the search intensifies, Bright’s mother and family continue to hold out hope — praying for the moment they can bring him home safely.
Stay tuned for updates as the story develops on SaludaStandard-Sentinel.com.
