Jerry Wayne Kerns, 36, of Davidson, North Carolina, was murdered on June 23, 2015. Residents near Jetton Street reported hearing three consecutive gunshots that night, and Kerns’ body was later found near a dumpster. The Davidson Police Department treated the killing as a targeted attack, though the motive has been reported as unclear.

On July 28, 2015, three men were arrested and charged with first-degree murder: Gercobe Arnell McClain Jr., 28, of Davidson; Frederick Jamar Cherry, 25, of Mooresville; and Rupen Bhagvan Patel, 26, of Mooresville. Authorities say evidence from the scene and witness statements led to the arrests. The case remains a painful loss for Kerns’ family and the Davidson community.

If anyone has information about Kerns, the events on Jetton Street the night of June 23, 2015, or witnesses who have not yet spoken with investigators, please come forward.