Larry Upchurch, 56, male, was found mortally wounded in the parking lot of the Thomasville Crossing Shopping Center at 1418 National Highway in Thomasville, North Carolina, on Sunday, October 5, 2025. Police were called at 6:47 p.m.; officers arrived to find him with gunshot wounds and attempted lifesaving measures, but he died at the scene.
Detectives canvassed the area and spoke with witnesses through the evening.
By the following day, investigators said they had identified and questioned a person of interest; no charges had been filed at that time. Police also noted they were not seeking additional individuals in connection with the incident as they worked with the Davidson County District Attorney’s Office to determine next steps.
Local outlets and victim memorial pages identified him as Larry Dwayne “Denny” Upchurch of Thomasville. Obituary notices published by area funeral homes confirmed his death on October 5, 2025, and shared remembrances from family and friends as the community prepared memorial observances later in the month.
