Demar Marquis Floyd, a 27-year-old African American man from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, tragically died on April 10, 2021. He was affectionately known as "Quis-cee" and was remembered as a gentle and kind-hearted soul who loved his family, dancing, playing the drums, gospel music, and the Los Angeles Lakers. Unfortunately, his life was cut short when he was shot while sitting on his porch.
The incident occurred on the night of April 10, 2021, when suspects drove by Floyd's house and
opened fire. Floyd was pronounced dead at the scene, and several children inside the house were unharmed. This was not the first time Floyd had been targeted; he had previously been shot at the same location on March 26, 2021, but survived that attack. The two shootings were believed to be connected, but the investigation was ongoing, and no arrests had been made at the time.
In the aftermath of Floyd's death, the Winston-Salem Police Department continued to investigate the case. Eventually, Charli Sanchez-Lopez, 27, was arrested and charged with murder in connection with Floyd's death. The investigation revealed that the suspects had driven by Floyd's home and fired several rounds, striking him while he was on his porch.
The tragic loss of Demar Marquis Floyd left a void in the hearts of his family and friends, who remembered him as a loving brother, uncle, and friend. His life was celebrated on April 26, 2021, at Roberts Funeral Service in Winston-Salem, where he was laid to rest at Mt. Gur Cemetery.
The case remains a poignant reminder of the impact of gun violence on individuals and communities, and the ongoing efforts to seek justice for victims and their families.
