On the evening of August 20, 2024, 20-year-old Mark Anthony Zamora-Saucedo was taken to Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in Winston-Salem with a critical gunshot wound and was pronounced dead at the hospital. The shooting happened inside an apartment at The Ledges complex, 635 Anson Street. Preliminary reports from the Winston-Salem Police Department stated the wound appeared to be self-inflicted, and detectives from the Criminal Investigations Division are handling a continued inquiry.

Mark’s family launched a fundraising campaign after his death, describing him as selfless and devoted to those close to him; funds were sought to cover funeral and related costs. As of the latest information provided, no arrests or suspects have been reported and the investigation remains active. If anyone has information that could assist investigators, contact the Winston-Salem Police Department non-emergency number or submit an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers.