Luther Gordon, a 68-year-old African American male, was tragically found dead in his home on August 19, 2014, in Winston-Salem, NC. He was discovered around 4:20 p.m. in the 1400 block of Bretton Street, between Andover and Pleasant streets. Luther Gordon had suffered at least one gunshot wound to the head, and there may have been multiple shots fired.
The circumstances surrounding Luther Gordon's death were initially unclear, prompting an investigation by Winston-Salem police. Authorities worked diligently to piece together the events leading up to his death, but despite their efforts, no arrests or suspects were publicly identified in connection with the case. The investigation did not result in any litigations or murder trials related to his death.
Luther Gordon's passing was met with deep sorrow by his family and friends. He was remembered fondly by his beloved wife, Dawn Renee Gordon, and his son, Ryan James Gordon, as well as his parents, siblings, and a wide circle of relatives and friends. His funeral services were held at St. Matthew Apostolic Church, and he was laid to rest in Evergreen Cemetery.
Despite the tragic nature of his death, the case remains unsolved, leaving many questions unanswered and a community seeking closure.
