On October 7, 2023, at approximately 3:30 a.m., Elizabeth City Police Department officers responded to a report of shots fired in the 400 block of Maple Street in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. Upon arrival, they discovered 22-year-old Cire'q A'mon Boston of Edenton inside a residence, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Boston was immediately transported to Sentara Albemarle Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead.
In the aftermath of the incident, the Elizabeth City Police Department initiated a homicide investigation. As of the latest available information, no suspects have been publicly identified, and no arrests have been made in connection with Boston's death. Authorities have urged anyone with information regarding the case to contact the Elizabeth City Police Department or the Crime Line, emphasizing that all information received will remain anonymous and strictly confidential.
Cire'q A'mon Boston was born on September 13, 2001, and his sudden passing has left a profound impact on his community. A Celebration of Life service was held on Saturday, October 21, 2023, at Edenton United Methodist Church in Edenton, North Carolina, following a viewing and visitation on October 20. Family, friends, and community members gathered to honor his memory and offer support to his loved ones during this difficult time.
The investigation into Boston's death remains active and ongoing. The Elizabeth City Police Department continues to seek assistance from the public to bring those responsible to justice. Community members are encouraged to come forward with any information that may aid in the investigation, as the loss of a young life has deeply affected the local community.
