On the evening of February 21, 2023, at approximately 8:45 p.m., Durham police responded to a shooting near the intersection of Holloway Street and Hardee Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered two men inside a vehicle, both suffering from gunshot wounds. The driver, identified as 35-year-old Durham resident Montique Shawn Palmer, was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency medical services.
The passenger sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Investigators determined that the shooting was not a random act, suggesting a targeted attack. In early March 2023, Durham police released images of a newer model four-door Jeep Wrangler believed to be connected to the homicide. They appealed to the public for assistance in identifying the vehicle and any potential witnesses.
Despite these efforts, as of December 2024, no arrests have been made in connection with Palmer's death. The case remains unsolved, with authorities continuing to seek information that could lead to the identification and apprehension of the suspect or suspects involved. The Durham Police Department encourages anyone with relevant information to come forward to aid in the ongoing investigation.
