Durham Police Investigate Overnight Shooting That Killed Man
DURHAM, NC – The Durham Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred overnight in the area of N. Hyde Park Avenue and Holloway Street.
At approximately 11:35 p.m. on September 23, 2024, officers responded to reports of a gunshot wound. Upon arrival, they found an adult male victim suffering from gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a local hospital by EMS with serious injuries but was later pronounced dead.
Investigators are currently working to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. Authorities believe this to be an isolated case, and the investigation is ongoing.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact Investigator J. Berkstresser at 919-560-4440 ext. 29538 or CrimeStoppers at 919-683-1200. Tips can also be submitted online at www.durhamcrimestoppers.org. CrimeStoppers offers cash rewards of up to $2,000 for information leading to arrests in felony cases, and callers can remain anonymous.
Durham CrimeStoppers
CrimeStoppers is a tip line that allows tipsters to report criminal activity anonymously. It is a partnership between the community, the media, law enforcement agencies, and businesses working together to solve crime. Callers are encouraged, via cash rewards and a promise of anonymity, to provide information leading to the arrest of suspected criminals. Information related to unsolved crimes and wanted persons is distributed to the community via various forms of media. Tipsters are encouraged to call CrimeStoppers and anonymously give any information about the unsolved crime or fugitive. CrimeStoppers forwards the information to the investigating law enforcement agency within Durham County. If the information is used by law enforcement and leads to a felony arrest, the tipster may be eligible to receive a cash reward. Reward payments range from a minimum of $100 to a maximum of $2,000, depending on the severity of the crime. Visit www.durhamcrimestoppers.org for more information.