Father of 21-year-old found dead on Crabtree Creek Trail says he believes his son was murdered

Clark Jr.'s father, Rodney Clark, told WRAL News his son took the Crabtree Creek Trail often to walk home from work at a nearby McDonald's. Investigators haven’t ruled the case a homicide, but the victim’s father said he believes his son was killed.

"He was a happy kid. He was so full of life, so full of joy," said Clark. "He was proud of what he became."

Clark's namesake is now the center of a death investigation.

"I’m just confused and upset and everything," said Clark. "Everything just doesn’t add up."

Raleigh police found Clark Jr. after 3 p.m. Thursday.

"I’m almost certain that he was shot," said Clark.

Clark said his son took this trail home to and from work without any problems. He said his regular routine made him a target.

"Someone was watching his routine and knew his routine," said Clark. "[They] followed him and waited until he got to a secluded area with nobody around and did what they did."

After asking Raleigh police for more details on how Clark Jr. died, WRAL News received a statement that reads in part:

The family told WRAL News the funeral arrangements are scheduled for Friday afternoon in Wilson.