Gary Dywane Singletary, 52, was shot and killed on December 3, 2024, in the 2900 block of Bertland Avenue near Leyburn Place in Durham. Officers arrived about 3 p.m. and Emergency Medical Services pronounced him dead at the scene. The Durham Police Department has said the shooting did not appear random and suggested it was a targeted attack. No arrests have been made and authorities have not publicly identified any suspects.

Neighbors described the block as usually safe and expressed shock at the violence. An obituary lists his birthdate as May 17, 1972; funeral services took place December 16, 2024, at Antioch Baptist Church with burial at Glennview Memorial Gardens. The investigation remains active and police are asking anyone with information to contact Investigator M. Judy at 919-560-4440 ext. 29252 or submit anonymous tips via Durham CrimeStoppers.

If anyone knew Gary or saw activity around Bertland Avenue that afternoon, please share what you know.