On the night of July 2, 2023, at approximately 11:47 p.m., the Salisbury Police Department responded to a reported shooting in the 1300 block of West Jake Alexander Boulevard. Upon arrival, officers discovered 49-year-old Otha Keith Sherrill suffering from a gunshot wound. He was promptly transported to Novant Health Rowan Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.
During the initial investigation, authorities determined that the shooting occurred near the intersection of Jake Alexander Boulevard and Harrison Road, which lies outside the Salisbury city limits. Consequently, the Rowan County Sheriff's Office assumed responsibility for the investigation.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and no suspects have been publicly identified in connection with Sherrill's death. The incident is considered isolated, with no active threat to the surrounding community. Law enforcement agencies continue to encourage anyone with information to come forward to assist in solving the case.
