On April 2, 2024, at about 1:06 p.m., Durham police responded to reports of gunfire in the 2800 block of Chapel Hill Road and found 23-year-old Brendan Langley dead at the scene from apparent gunshot wounds. Family members described Brendan as stepping out of his apartment when the shooting occurred; his uncle Shelton Golson said the family is shocked and grieving the loss of someone so young.

Investigators released images of a vehicle believed connected to the shooting: a black 2011–2012 Honda Accord with a sunroof and a distinctive decal above the Accord emblem on the rear bumper. No arrests have been announced and the investigation remains active; authorities asked anyone with information to contact Investigator D. Hall at 919-560-4440 ext. 29319 or Crime Stoppers at 919-683-1200.

Brendan’s death was the second fatal shooting on Chapel Hill Road within a week and prompted community concern about ongoing gun violence; his family started a GoFundMe to help with funeral costs and described him as the most humble, righteous, compassionate human being. If anyone knew Brendan or saw a black Honda Accord matching that description near Chapel Hill Road on April 2, please share what you know with investigators.