Stephen Giles, a 30-year-old African American man and father of four, was shot and killed on March 21, 2018, in Charlotte, North Carolina. He was pronounced dead at the scene after being shot in the parking lot of an apartment complex on Jones Street just before midnight. Giles trained at the Charlotte Boxing Academy and was preparing for his first professional boxing match scheduled for May 2018.

Known in his community for a positive attitude and dedication to family and sport, Giles’ death shocked friends and family. The police canvassed the area and interviewed witnesses but have not announced any arrests; investigators asked anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers. The Charlotte Boxing Academy has been raising funds to support his family.

If anyone knew Giles, saw activity around the Jones Street apartments that night, or has information about the shooting, please come forward.