Jimmy Michael Slate, a 57-year-old man from Walkertown, North Carolina, tragically lost his life on November 13, 2014. He was fatally shot during a home invasion on Cain Forest Drive near Pine Hall Road. The incident occurred late in the evening when two masked men forced their way into the residence, robbing the occupants and assaulting them. Slate was shot just before 11 p.m.
and later succumbed to his injuries at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.
The other victim, who sustained non-life-threatening injuries from blunt-force trauma, was treated at the same medical center and subsequently released. The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office launched an investigation into Slate's death, treating it as a homicide. The suspects were described as two black men wearing dark clothing. Despite the partial suspect description, no arrests have been made, and the case remains unsolved.
The home invasion incident involved a total of six adults and two children who were present at the time. The community and law enforcement agencies have urged anyone with information to come forward and assist in the investigation. The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office and Crime Stoppers have provided contact information for individuals to report any relevant details that might help solve the case.
Jimmy Michael Slate's death has left a lasting impact on his family, friends, and the community. He is remembered fondly by those who knew him, and his memorial is maintained at Manna Baptist Church Cemetery in Forsyth County, North Carolina. The investigation into his murder continues, with law enforcement agencies actively seeking justice for Slate and his loved ones.
