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.
Crime
Celeste Gusman, 66, Dies After Stabbing at Kalihi Business in Honolulu; Police Investigate as Homicide
HONOLULU, Hawaii — A 66-year-old woman has died following a stabbing at a business in Honolulu’s Kalihi neighborhood, leaving her family, friends, and the local community grieving a tragic loss.
The victim was identified as Celeste Gusman, according to the Honolulu Police Department. Officers responded to a business in the 2300 block of North School Street at approximately 3:20 p.m. Wednesday after receiving a report of a stabbing.
When officers arrived, they found Gusman suffering from a stab wound. Emergency medical personnel quickly began providing advanced lifesaving treatment at the scene before transporting her to a nearby hospital in critical condition. Despite medical efforts, Gusman later succumbed to her injuries.
Authorities also reported that another woman, who is in her 60s, sustained minor injuries during the incident. According to the information released, she was injured in a fall amid the disturbance and was transported to a hospital in stable condition.
No further details about the circumstances surrounding the second woman’s injuries have been provided.
Following the incident, police initially arrested a 23-year-old man on suspicion of second-degree attempted murder. After Gusman died from her injuries, authorities reclassified the case as a murder investigation.
Investigators are continuing to examine the circumstances that led to the stabbing. Police have not yet released information about what may have triggered the incident or whether the suspect knew Gusman.
The suspect’s arrest and the ongoing investigation do not establish guilt. Further details are expected as authorities continue gathering evidence and determining the events that led to the fatal attack.
The death of Celeste Gusman at 66 has brought sadness to those affected by this incident. A place of business in a familiar neighborhood became the scene of a tragedy, and loved ones are now facing the difficult reality of losing someone important to them.
While many questions remain unanswered, the loss of life has deeply affected the community. Friends, relatives, and neighbors are left remembering Gusman and hoping that the investigation will bring clarity about what happened.
Please keep Celeste Gusman’s family, friends, and loved ones in your thoughts during this difficult time. The injured woman and everyone affected by the incident also deserve support as they recover.
May Celeste Gusman rest in peace. May her loved ones find comfort, strength, and healing in the days ahead.