Gary Singletary, a 52-year-old man from Durham, North Carolina, tragically lost his life on Tuesday afternoon, December 5, 2024, after being shot in the 1000 block of Bertland Avenue. Authorities responded to the scene shortly before 3 p.m. following reports of gunfire in the area. Upon arrival, officers discovered Singletary suffering from gunshot wounds.
Despite immediate medical intervention from emergency medical services (EMS), Singletary was pronounced dead at the scene. The shooting has left the Durham community in shock, as many knew Singletary as a quiet and respectable man who valued his family and friends.
At this time, Durham police are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting. No arrests have been made, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to help bring those responsible to justice.
Gary Singletary’s family is devastated by the loss of their loved one. Friends and community members have been expressing their condolences, sharing memories of his kind spirit and his dedication to his family. Singletary’s passing has deeply affected those who knew him, and tributes to his life have poured in from across the community.
Singletary’s family, in a statement, described him as a caring father, brother, and friend. “He was always there when someone needed him, and his death leaves a hole in our hearts that can never be filled,” they said.
A memorial service is being planned to celebrate Singletary’s life, and community leaders are rallying in support of the family during this difficult time. The investigation into his death continues as Durham police work to piece together the events that led to this tragic loss.
The shooting marks another senseless act of violence in Durham, and local authorities are committed to resolving the case and ensuring that justice is served for Gary Singletary. The community remains hopeful that those responsible will be held accountable.
As this investigation continues, the family and friends of Gary Singletary ask for privacy as they mourn his passing. His memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him.
