Charles Smith, 66, was fatally shot outside Resha’s Market at 717 25th Avenue North on a Thursday evening at about 7:55 p.m. in the autumn of 2023. Smith was described as a familiar presence who often socialized near the market. North Precinct officers found him on the sidewalk with gunshot wounds; he was taken to a local hospital and died shortly after arrival.

A witness said an unidentified gunman rounded a corner of the market building, saw Smith, and immediately opened fire before fleeing on foot. Homicide detectives describe the shooting as a targeted attack and are investigating motive while trying to identify the shooter. No arrests had been announced and authorities offered a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.

If anyone saw the shooting or knows anything about who the gunman might be, please contact detectives.