Durham Police Release Update on August 14 Shooting

The Durham Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred in the 900 block of E Main Street on August 14.

After investigating the situation, the victim has been identified as Dashawna Williams, 23 years old, of Durham, NC.

At approximately 12:38 a.m., officers responded to a report of a gunshot wound in the 900 block of E Main St. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male and adult female who had been shot. Both victims were transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries. The female victim was pronounced deceased at the hospital.

This remains an active investigation and further information will be released at the appropriate time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Investigator J. Kellar at 919-560-4440 ext. 29306. Information can also be submitted anonymously through CrimeStoppers at durhamcrimestoppers.org or by calling (919) 683-1200. CrimeStoppers pays cash rewards of up to $2,000 for information leading to arrests in felony cases, and callers never have to identify themselves.