Durham Police Investigate Early Wednesday Morning Fatal Shooting On Lions Court

Durham, NC – The Durham Police Department is actively investigating a fatal shooting that occurred in the early hours of Wednesday morning on Lions Court.

At approximately 1:30 a.m. on January 8, 2024, officers responded to reports of a gunshot wound at a residence on Lions Court near the intersection of Sundial Circle. Upon arrival, officers found an adult male victim who had been shot. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) pronounced the victim deceased at the scene.

The victim in this fatal shooting has been identified as Judah Taylor, 50, of Morrisville, NC.

Investigators are currently working to uncover the circumstances surrounding the shooting, which appears to be an isolated incident. Authorities have not released additional details about the case but assure the public that updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.

Anyone with information is encouraged to contact Investigator C. Robinson at 919-560-4440 ext. 29415. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through Durham CrimeStoppers at durhamcrimestoppers.org or by calling (919) 683-1200. CrimeStoppers offers cash rewards of up to $2,000 for information leading to arrests in felony cases, and tipsters are never required to reveal their identities.

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.