On October 30, 2024, at about 3:19 a.m., Greensboro police responded to a shooting in the parking lot of the Interactive Resource Center at 407 East Washington Street. Officers found 25-year-old Austin Schneider with life-threatening gunshot wounds; he later died, recorded as the city’s 37th homicide of the year. Schneider was a known guest of the IRC, which provides services to people experiencing homelessness. Investigators say he had an interaction with an unidentified individual before the shooting; that person was not affiliated with the IRC and further details about the encounter have not been released.

A security guard on site followed established protocols and assisted until emergency services arrived. IRC Executive Director Kristina Singleton said this was the first such incident in the center’s 15-year history and urged focus on solutions for homelessness and mental health rather than blaming shelters or their guests. Greensboro police have not released suspect or motive information and the investigation remains open. If anyone has information, contact Greensboro/Guilford Crime Stoppers at 336-373-1000 or submit an anonymous tip via the P3tips app or website.