Winston-Salem, NC – An early-morning homicide in Walkertown has left a 16-year-old dead, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office.
According to the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched around 5:55 a.m. Saturday, May 2, 2026, to a home in the 4700 block of New Walkertown Road, located in Forsyth County near the Winston-Salem metro area. When deputies arrived alongside EMS, they discovered a juvenile and a canine suffering from gunshot wounds.
Both the teen and the dog were pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not released the identity of the victim due to age.
The Sheriff’s Office said its Investigative Services Division has taken over the case, which remains open and active. Officials have not announced any suspects or arrests as of Saturday afternoon.
Sheriff Bobby F. Kimbrough Jr. described the case as deeply troubling, noting the impact of violence involving young victims. District Attorney Jim O’Neill also addressed the incident, calling it another example of rising juvenile violence affecting the community.
Investigators have not said whether the shooting was targeted or if there is any ongoing threat to the public.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office directly at 336-727-2112. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 336-727-2800 or online, with Spanish-language assistance also available. Authorities say tipsters can remain anonymous.
Officials continue to ask for the public’s help as they work to identify a suspect and determine what led to the early-morning shooting.
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