Daron Bennell Huitt, a 31-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on February 14, 2019, in Greensboro, North Carolina. Daron was found with an apparent gunshot wound in the front yard of a home on Winston Street. Witnesses reported hearing around seven shots and seeing a car speed away from the scene. Daron was a father of three children, two daughters and one son, and worked as a mechanic.
His mother described him as a "sweet guy, a great cook, and a comedian."
The investigation into Daron Huitt's death revealed that he was the victim of a homicide. Greensboro police responded to the shooting at approximately 9:45 a.m. on February 14, 2019. Despite the efforts of law enforcement, no arrests have been made in connection with his murder. The case remains unsolved, and Daron's family continues to seek justice for his untimely death.
Daron's death marked the seventh homicide in Greensboro for the year 2019. The community was deeply affected by the loss, and his family held a funeral service at Mt. Zion AME Church, followed by a burial in the church cemetery. The investigation into Daron Huitt's murder is ongoing, and authorities urge anyone with information to come forward to help bring closure to his family.
