Arnold Arthur Clarke Jr., a 34-year-old man from Greensboro, NC, was found dead on January 23, 2014, at Stonesthrow Apartments in the 3500 block of Farmington Drive. The death was initially classified as suspicious but was later determined to be a homicide. Arnold Clarke was pronounced dead at the scene after a concerned person found him unresponsive and called 911.
Following the investigation, Quran Tyre Clarke, Arnold's 29-year-old brother, was arrested and charged with first-degree
murder. The arrest was made by the United States Marshals Violent Fugitive Task Force at Quran's home in Greensboro. The case was classified as a domestic violence homicide, although investigators have not determined a motive for the killing.
The tragic incident marked the first homicide of 2014 in Greensboro. The community and law enforcement were deeply affected by the loss, and efforts were made to improve safety and prevent future tragedies. The case remains a poignant reminder of the impact of domestic violence and the importance of addressing such issues within families and communities.
