Durham Police investigate a fatal shooting in the 3700 block of Hillsborough Road where one man was pronounced dead at the scene
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Durham Police Investigating Fatal Shooting on Hillsborough Road

Phyllis Coley @phyllis_coley

Durham, NC — The Durham Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting on Hillsborough Road Tuesday evening that left one man dead.

At approximately 7:18 p.m. on August 26, 2025, officers responded to a report of a gunshot wound in the 3700 block of Hillsborough Road. When patrol units arrived, they found an adult male victim suffering from injuries consistent with a gunshot wound.

Officers attempted lifesaving measures until EMS arrived, but the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Ongoing Investigation

Investigators remained on scene late Tuesday night, working to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Police have not yet released the victim’s identity, and no suspect information has been provided at this time.

Authorities emphasized that the investigation is ongoing and further details will be released as they become available.

How to Share Information

The Durham Police Department urges anyone with information to come forward:

  • Contact Investigator G. Silla at 919-560-4440 ext. 29310
  • Submit a tip to Durham CrimeStoppers at durhamcrimestoppers.org or call 919-683-1200

Tipsters may remain anonymous and are eligible for cash rewards of up to $2,000 if their information leads to an arrest or felony charges.

About Durham CrimeStoppers

CrimeStoppers is a tip line that allows tipsters to report criminal activity anonymously. It is a partnership among the community, the media, law enforcement agencies, and businesses that works together to solve crimes. Callers are encouraged, through cash rewards and a promise of anonymity, to provide information that leads to the arrest of suspected criminals. Information related to unsolved crimes and wanted individuals is disseminated to the community through various forms of media. Tipsters are encouraged to call CrimeStoppers and provide anonymous information about unsolved crimes or fugitives. 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.