On August 11, 2024, at approximately 1:17 a.m., the Winston-Salem Police Department responded to a shooting incident in the 900 block of East Third Street in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Upon arrival, officers discovered a man suffering from gunshot wounds in the parking lot.
The victim, later identified as 35-year-old Justin Jay Brown, was pronounced dead at the scene by Emergency Medical Services.
The Winston-Salem Police Department's Criminal Investigations Division (CID) is investigating the incident as a homicide.
According to law enforcement officials, the shooting does not appear to be a random act of violence. However, as of the latest available information, no suspects have been identified or arrested in connection with Brown's death.
The police have notified Brown's next of kin about the tragic incident. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the shooting to come forward. Individuals can contact the Winston-Salem Police Department's non-emergency number at 336-773-7700 to provide relevant details. For those wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 336-727-2800 or En Espanol at 336-728-3904.
The investigation into Justin Jay Brown's death is ongoing, and law enforcement agencies are working diligently to gather more information and identify potential suspects. As the case develops, the Winston-Salem Police Department may release additional details to the public in hopes of solving this homicide and bringing justice to Brown's family.
