Sharday Lafaye Thorpe, a 34-year-old African American woman, tragically lost her life on December 31, 2019, in Oxford, North Carolina. Sharday was a dedicated stay-at-home mom, committed to the growth and development of her young twins, Syrus D. Perry and Dariana L. Perry. She was known for her loyalty, generosity, and straightforward nature, always giving without expecting anything in return. Sharday's hobbies included designing and styling hair, going to the park, playing games, and spending quality time with friends and family.
On the night of December 31, 2019, Sharday Thorpe was found with gunshot wounds at 306 Lanier St. in Oxford. Despite being unresponsive, she was rushed to Granville Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead. The Oxford police launched an investigation into the shooting and subsequently arrested a 16-year-old suspect. Due to the suspect's juvenile status, the police did not release the name or any further information.
The investigation revealed that Sharday Thorpe's death was the result of a shooting incident. The Oxford police were also investigating another shooting that occurred on December 30, 2019, involving James "Solo" Elkerson, who suffered gunshot wounds to his stomach. However, the police confirmed that the two shootings were not related.
The arrest of the 16-year-old suspect led to the issuance of a warrant for first-degree murder. The suspect was taken into custody, and the case continued to be under investigation by the Oxford police. Sharday Thorpe's untimely death left a void in the lives of her family and friends, who remembered her for her outspoken personality and the love she had for her children.
