On the evening of October 13, 2023, at approximately 10:24 p.m., 39-year-old Natalie Carter and her 19-year-old daughter, Miya, were outside their residence on East 23rd Street in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. A vehicle approached, and an individual inside began firing at them. Both sustained gunshot wounds; Natalie was critically injured and transported to a local hospital, where she succumbed to her injuries on October 15. Miya received treatment for minor injuries at the scene.
Investigators believe the attack was targeted, though the motive remains unclear. As of now, no arrests have been made, and authorities have not released information regarding potential suspects. This incident marked the 40th homicide in Winston-Salem for 2023, a notable increase from 28 homicides during the same period in 2022.
In the aftermath, Miya has publicly appealed for information, urging anyone with knowledge about the incident to come forward. She emphasized the profound impact of losing her mother, highlighting the void left in their family. Community members are encouraged to contact the Winston-Salem Police Department or Crime Stoppers with any relevant information to aid the ongoing investigation.
