Oxford Police Investigate Fatal Shooting That Left 48-Year-Old Man Dead Sunday Night
OXFORD, N.C. — A weekend shooting in Oxford left one man dead, prompting an active police investigation into what officers are calling a targeted incident.
Fatal Shooting Under Investigation
The Oxford Police Department is investigating a deadly shooting that occurred late Sunday night in the 300 block of Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue.
According to police, officers responded around 9:43 p.m. on November 30 to reports of gunfire in the area. When officers arrived, they found a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
The victim, identified as 48-year-old Toshawnka Rashaan Wyche of Oxford, was transported to a nearby medical facility, where he later died from his injuries, police confirmed in a statement.
Police Seek Information
Investigators spent several hours canvassing the area and interviewing witnesses. Police have not released any details regarding suspects or motives at this time.
Oxford Police Chief Lynn Curl said Monday that no additional information is available, but confirmed that officers are continuing to follow up on leads.
Authorities are urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact the Oxford Police Department at (919) 693-3161 or Granville County Crime Stoppers at (919) 693-3100. Tips can be made anonymously and may qualify for a cash reward.
Community Impact
The shooting of a 48-year-old man marks one of several violent incidents under investigation in Granville County this fall, heightening concerns about gun violence in smaller North Carolina towns.
About Granville County Crime Stoppers
The purpose of Granville County Crime Stoppers is to help make Granville County a safer place to live, work, and raise a family by assisting law enforcement in the fight against crime. Crime Stoppers is comprised of members of the community, the media, law enforcement agencies, and businesses that work together to help solve crimes. Citizens are encouraged to provide information that leads to the arrest and indictment of criminals through cash rewards and a promise of anonymity.