Jonathan Vereen, a 35-year-old African American man, was shot dead inside a North Charlotte boarding house on September 16, 2016. Officers who responded to a call at 4424 Hubbard Road found Vereen suffering from a gunshot wound; he later died from his injuries. Neighbors described the area as usually quiet and safe, and the killing shocked the community.

Police identified 36-year-old Jeffvory Hughey as the suspect. Hughey voluntarily came to police headquarters, was interviewed by detectives and then arrested; he was charged with first-degree murder, possession of a firearm by a felon, and shooting into an occupied property. Detectives said they are not seeking additional suspects and the investigation remains ongoing.

Vereen’s parents, Rev. Johnny and Wardeen Sarah Vereen, and his brothers Joshua Brandon Vereen and Aaron Joshua Vereen survived him. Funeral services were held at Hopewell AME Church in Andrews, South Carolina, on September 24, 2016. If anyone has information that could help the investigation, please come forward.