On April 30, 2023, at approximately 4:30 p.m., 21-year-old Carlos Leon Washington Rice was fatally shot at 603 Anson Street in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Upon arrival, officers found Rice with an apparent gunshot wound. Despite life-saving efforts by emergency medical services, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
As of now, no arrests have been made, and authorities have not publicly identified any suspects.
The Winston-Salem Police Department continues to investigate the case and urges anyone with information to contact them at (336) 773-7700 or Crime Stoppers at (336) 727-2800.
Carlos was born on February 26, 2002, in Winston-Salem to Pearl Washington and Carlos Rice. He graduated from R.J. Reynolds High School in 2020 and had plans to further his education. Known for his loving and generous nature, Carlos was cherished by all who knew him.
A funeral service was held on May 7, 2023, at the Russell Funeral Home Chapel in Winston-Salem, where family and friends gathered to honor his memory.
The community continues to mourn the loss of Carlos and hopes for justice to be served in this ongoing investigation. Anyone with information is encouraged to come forward to assist law enforcement in their efforts.
