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Deadly Raleigh Hotel Shooting Ruled Self-Defense; No Charges Filed

Phyllis Coley @phyllis_coley

RALEIGH, NC — A shooting at a Raleigh hotel that left one man dead has been ruled an act of self-defense, police confirmed Thursday. The incident occurred late Wednesday night at the Days Inn on Glenwood Avenue and involved a confrontation between the victim and a hotel employee.

Victim Identified

The Raleigh Police Department has identified the deceased as Byron Bracey, 35. Bracey was transported to a nearby hospital after sustaining multiple gunshot wounds, but later succumbed to his injuries in the early morning hours of August 14.

Self-Defense Determination

Following consultation with the Wake County District Attorney’s Office, investigators determined the shooting was an act of self-defense. No other individuals were injured, and no charges have been filed at this time. The investigation remains ongoing.

Incident Timeline

  • August 13, 2025 – 10:25 p.m.: Officers responded to a trespassing call at the Days Inn, located at 6619 Glenwood Avenue.
  • The situation escalated into a shooting involving Bracey and a hotel employee.
  • Officers arrived to find Bracey suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was transported with life-threatening injuries.

Call for Information

Authorities are still seeking any additional information related to the incident. Anyone with details is urged to contact the Raleigh Police Department at 919-996-3335 or submit an anonymous tip through Raleigh Crimestoppers at www.raleighcrimestoppers.org by clicking “Leave a Tip.”

About Raleigh CrimeStoppers

Raleigh CrimeStoppers works with the police, the media, and the community to create a confidential flow of information about crime and criminals. At the heart of CrimeStoppers are the anonymous tips, often provided by a confidential online tip or phone call. Tipsters call the CrimeStoppers tips line and speak with a CrimeStoppers coordinator. This line does not provide caller ID, and conversations are not recorded. Information gleaned from the call is given to an investigating officer. Tips received can include responses to requests for information publicized by the media or other crimes the caller knows about. By guaranteeing anonymity, CrimeStoppers allows tipsters to give information without the threat of retribution. Offering cash rewards for information leading to arrests encourages tipsters to provide information.