Anita Hyatt, 31, of High Point, North Carolina, was shot and killed on October 28, 2022, at the Super 8 by Wyndham hotel at 4400 Regency Drive. High Point police were called about an assault with a deadly weapon around 1 a.m.; officers found Hyatt with gunshot wounds and she later died at a local hospital.

Authorities identified D’Metruis Hill, 31, of Jamestown, as Hyatt’s ex-boyfriend. Hill was arrested and charged with first-degree murder and possession of a firearm by a felon; additional charges were expected as the investigation continued. The police asked the public for information and asked anyone with tips to contact Crime Stoppers of High Point.

Hyatt’s family and community were described as mourning her loss and remembering her as a supportive, caring presence. If anyone knew Anita or has information about the shooting, please contact Crime Stoppers of High Point.