Crime
1 killed after shooting at Ella apartment in Lubbock
The incident, linked to a drug transaction gone wrong, is under active investigation.
A fatal shooting in central Lubbock on Saturday afternoon has left Julian Hernandez, 17, dead, according to the Metropolitan Special Crimes Unit.
The incident, linked to a drug transaction gone wrong, is under active investigation.
At approximately 4:38 p.m., Lubbock Police Department (LPD) officers responded to reports of gunfire at an apartment complex located in the 1100 block of 58th Street.
Upon arrival, officers discovered Hernandez suffering from multiple gunshot wounds.
Emergency medical personnel transported Hernandez to University Medical Center, where he succumbed to his injuries despite life-saving efforts.
Preliminary investigations revealed that Hernandez was engaged in a drug purchase at the time of the incident. Police state that Hernandez was robbed while inside a vehicle during the attempted transaction.
As Hernandez attempted to flee the vehicle on foot, he was shot multiple times.
No arrests have been made as of now. Law enforcement continues to work diligently to identify and apprehend those responsible.
The Lubbock Police Department encourages anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. Tips can be provided anonymously to Crime Line at (806) 741-1000.
This tragedy underscores the dangers associated with illegal drug activity, and the LPD remains committed to seeking justice for Julian Hernandez and his family.
Crime
19-Year-Old Peyton Patterson Killed in WSSU Homecoming Shooting; Ziyaire Spinks Charged With Murder
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. — A 19-year-old man was killed and a 22-year-old woman was injured in a shooting on the Winston-Salem State University (WSSU) campus during homecoming weekend, according to the Winston-Salem Police Department.
The fatal shooting occurred Saturday night, November 7, 2026, in the 600 block of South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive on the university campus.
Police said officers responded at approximately 9:46 p.m. after receiving reports of gunfire. Officers who were already in the area reportedly heard the shots and immediately moved toward the scene.
Upon arrival, officers found Peyton Izaia Patterson, 19, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. Officers began performing lifesaving measures before emergency medical services personnel arrived and continued treatment. Despite those efforts, Patterson succumbed to his injuries.
His next of kin has been notified.
A second victim, identified as Alyssa Janae Ellerbee, 22, was also found suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. She was transported to a local hospital, where she received treatment and was later released.
As the investigation progressed, authorities identified Ziyaire Antonyo Spinks, 20, as a suspect. He was charged with:
- General Murder
- Assault With a Deadly Weapon With Intent to Kill Inflicting Serious Injury (ADWIKISI)
- Felony Possession of a Firearm on Educational Property
Police said Spinks was being held without bond at the time of the announcement.
A second man was also reported to be in custody. However, authorities have not publicly released his name or provided details about any charges against him.
The police department said it would not release a photograph of Spinks because the investigation remains ongoing.
The Winston-Salem Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division has taken over the investigation and continues to examine the circumstances surrounding Patterson’s death and the shooting.
Detectives have determined that the incident was isolated, according to police. Authorities have not released additional information about what led to the gunfire or the circumstances immediately preceding the shooting.
Police said further confirmed information would be released as it becomes available.
The investigation remains active.