Crime
25-year-old Darius Goolsby killed in Greensboro shooting, suspect Jalen Burch charged with murder
GREENSBORO, NC (January 6, 2025) — At approximately 9:23 a.m., first responders from Greensboro Police, Greensboro Fire, and Guilford County EMS were dispatched to a reported stabbing and gunshot wound incident at 2939 W. Vandalia Road.
Upon arrival, authorities located 25-year-old Darius Deshaud Goolsby in a breezeway, suffering from injuries consistent with a gunshot wound.
Life-saving measures were initiated, and Goolsby was transported to a local hospital.
Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries. His next of kin have been notified.
Detectives and forensic investigators processed the scene and quickly identified a suspect, 25-year-old Jalen Xavier Burch.
Burch was subsequently arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection with Goolsby’s death.
This incident marks Greensboro’s fourth homicide of 2025.
Speaking from police headquarters, Chief John Thompson addressed the city’s concerns regarding recent homicides.
“We recognize that community safety is on the minds of many across Greensboro. Please be aware that none of the four recent homicides are connected,” Chief Thompson stated. “Our team is following leads and has already made arrests in two of the four cases. One of these arrests is the result of significant collaboration between GPD and the community, and we are grateful for this support and partnership. We’re stronger and more effective when we work together to keep our neighborhoods and families safe.”
Greensboro Police urge anyone with additional information about this incident to contact Greensboro/Guilford Crime Stoppers at 336-373-1000. Calls to Crime Stoppers can be made anonymously, and tips may be eligible for a cash reward.
The investigation remains ongoing, and further updates will be released as new information becomes available.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.