Fred Jessup, 67, of Stokesdale, North Carolina, was found dead at his home on Gideon Grove Church Road on January 23, 2017. Authorities determined he had suffered a gunshot wound to the torso and ruled the death a homicide.

Rockingham County investigators, the Sheriff’s Office and Rockingham County Crime Stoppers have been involved in the investigation. They have urged anyone with information to come forward, offering anonymity and potential cash rewards for information leading to an arrest. No arrests have been announced and the case remains unsolved.

Jessup was a self-employed brick mason who was remembered for his love of family and animals. If anyone had contact with him around January 23, 2017, or has information that could help the investigation, please share what is known with Rockingham County authorities.