Leonard Evan Loehr, 42, was found dead inside his mobile home on Skyland Drive in Morganton, North Carolina, on January 9, 2020. Leonard, also known as Leo, was born September 3, 1977, in Olongapo City, Philippines, and was identified as Filipino. The Burke County Sheriff’s Office reported the cause of death as a gunshot wound.

Authorities say the shooting happened early that morning after a friend who had come to help Leonard move and Leonard became involved in a scuffle over a gun. The friend told investigators the shooting was in self-defense. Detectives interviewed others who were in the home and reviewed surveillance footage and witness statements while working with the district attorney to decide whether charges would be filed.

Leonard’s family and friends mourned his loss and the Morganton community grieved. If anyone has information about what happened that morning, please share it with the Burke County Sheriff’s Office.