Ellis Coleman Sr., a 57-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on January 19, 2022, in Lexington, North Carolina. The incident occurred in the central Davidson area of Davidson County, where deputies responded to a call reporting a shooting. Upon arrival, they found Ellis Coleman Sr. with multiple gunshot wounds. Despite the efforts of emergency personnel, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The investigation led to the arrest of David Matthew Cameron, a 46-year-old
male from Lexington. Cameron was charged with felony murder in connection with the shooting of Ellis Coleman Sr. He was taken into custody on January 20, 2022, and is currently being held in the Davidson County Detention Center without bond. The Davidson County Sheriff's Office has stated that the investigation is ongoing, and further details about the motive or circumstances surrounding the shooting have not been disclosed.
The case has garnered significant attention in the local community, with many residents expressing their shock and grief over the loss of Ellis Coleman Sr. As the investigation continues, authorities are working diligently to uncover any additional information that may shed light on the events leading up to the fatal shooting.
