On the afternoon of July 10, 2018, deputies from the Lexington County Sheriff’s Department responded to a home on Woodtrail Drive in Gaston, South Carolina, after reports of gunfire. They found 46-year-old Norman Cherry Jr. with multiple gunshot wounds to his upper body; he was pronounced dead at the scene. The Lexington County Coroner’s Office ruled his death a homicide the next day.

Investigators interviewed several individuals described as involved parties while piecing together the events that led to the shooting. Law enforcement described the incident as an isolated event, but weeks and then months passed with no arrests announced and no suspects publicly identified. Norman Cherry Jr., known as Lupie, is remembered by those who knew him for his quiet nature and his ability to make people laugh.

If anyone has information about what happened on July 10, 2018, in Gaston or knew Norman Cherry Jr., please share details that could help bring answers to his family.