In the quiet early morning hours in Greensboro, North Carolina, a tragedy unfolded that ended the long life of a 96-year-old woman. On Thursday, June 11, 2026, police were dispatched to a residence in the 1500 block of Benjamin Parkway around 2 a.m. following a report of an individual threatening suicide. The situation escalated quickly upon their arrival, as officers heard a gunshot from inside the home.
This prompted them to force their way into the residence to assess the danger and provide aid.
Inside, they discovered a grim scene: two individuals suffering from serious injuries. Emergency medical services were called, and both injured parties were transported to a local hospital for treatment. One of the victims was later identified as Dolores Ricks, a 96-year-old female. Despite the efforts of medical professionals, she succumbed to her injuries and passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026. Her death was subsequently ruled a homicide by the Greensboro Police Department, marking the city's 14th homicide of the year.
In the wake of the incident, investigators have been tight-lipped about the specifics of the case. The identity and condition of the second person found injured in the home with Dolores Ricks have not been publicly released. However, the police have assured the community that there is no ongoing threat to the public and that they are not actively searching for any additional suspects. This has led to speculation that the second individual may have been responsible for the violence that led to Ricks' death. As of now, no arrests have been announced, and consequently, no information regarding suspects, charges, trials, or convictions has been made available. The investigation into the death of Dolores Ricks is ongoing, leaving a community to mourn and await answers in this sad and violent end to a long life.
