Mark Anthony Smith Jr., a 36-year-old African American male, was tragically shot and killed on February 7, 2021, in Greensboro, North Carolina. The incident occurred around 3:06 a.m. in the 800 block of Dana Place. When officers arrived at the scene, they found Smith and another victim, Reginald Washington, 28, suffering from gunshot wounds. Both men were transported to a local hospital, where they later succumbed to their injuries.
The Greensboro Police Department immediately launched a
homicide investigation following the incident. The investigation revealed that the shooting was reported after officers were alerted to gunfire in the area. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, no arrests have been made in connection with the deaths of Mark Anthony Smith Jr. and Reginald Washington. The case remains unsolved, and the investigation is ongoing.
Authorities have urged anyone with information about the incident to come forward and contact Greensboro/Guilford Crime Stoppers. The community's assistance is crucial in solving this case and bringing justice to the victims and their families. The Greensboro Police Department continues to work diligently to uncover any leads and gather evidence that may help identify the perpetrators responsible for the tragic deaths of Mark Anthony Smith Jr. and Reginald Washington.
The deaths of Mark Anthony Smith Jr. and Reginald Washington have left a profound impact on their families and the Greensboro community. As the investigation continues, the hope remains that those responsible for this senseless act of violence will be brought to justice, providing some measure of closure for the grieving families.
