On January 27, 2024, at approximately 3:00 a.m., a shooting occurred in the parking lot of The Flats at Arrowood apartment complex, located in the 8600 block of Lodge South Circle in Charlotte, North Carolina. Upon arrival, officers from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) discovered four individuals with gunshot wounds. Among them was 26-year-old Walter Humberto Ramos Murillo, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
Two other victims, 32-year-old Daron Markell Polk and 25-year-old Nighstarr Trevon Luper, were transported to a local hospital, where they later succumbed to their injuries. A fourth individual sustained serious injuries and was reported to be in critical but stable condition.
Preliminary investigations suggest that the incident stemmed from a confrontation in the apartment complex's parking lot, leading to an exchange of gunfire between two parties. CMPD officials have stated that they are not seeking any additional suspects in connection with this case, indicating that all involved individuals have been accounted for.
Born on January 21, 1998, Walter Humberto Ramos Murillo was a resident of Charlotte, North Carolina. He is remembered by family and friends for his warm personality and the impact he had on those around him. Funeral services were held to honor his memory, providing an opportunity for loved ones to pay their respects and celebrate his life.
The tragic deaths of Walter Ramos Murillo, Daron Polk, and Nighstarr Luper have left the Charlotte community in mourning, highlighting concerns about gun violence in the area. As the investigation continues, authorities urge anyone with additional information to contact CMPD's Homicide Unit at 704-432-TIPS or provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
