Fatal Shooting Under Investigation on S. Benjamine Street in Durham

DURHAM, NC – Durham police are investigating the city’s latest homicide following a fatal shooting Wednesday night on the 300 block of S. Benjamine Street.

What Happened?

According to the Durham Police Department, officers responded to a report of a gunshot wound at approximately 9:27 p.m. on May 7, 2025. Upon arrival, they located a male victim suffering from a gunshot injury.

The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

Investigation Ongoing

Authorities say this appears to be an isolated incident, and investigators are working to determine the circumstances leading up to the shooting.

The identity of the victim has not yet been released, pending family notification.

How You Can Help

Police are urging anyone with information about this case to come forward.

Contact Investigator L. Sprinkle at 919-560-4440 ext. 29248 or submit anonymous tips to CrimeStoppers: www.durhamcrimestoppers.org or call 919-683-1200

CrimeStoppers pays up to $2,000 for tips that lead to arrests in felony cases. Tipsters 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.