05/05/2026
Forsyth County Sheriff's Office Homicide Investigation:
Walkertown NC – The Forsyth County Sheriff's Office (FCSO) continues investigating an early-morning homicide. At approximately 5:55 a.m. on Saturday, May 2, 2026, FCSO deputies were dispatched to a residence in the 4700 block of New Walkertown Road to assist agency EMS. Upon arrival, they discovered one person and a canine suffering from gunshot wounds. The 16-year-old juvenile and his pet canine had
been shot and both succumbed to their injuries and were pronounced deceased at the scene. FCSO Investigative Services Division has assumed the investigation of this homicide. It is an open and ongoing investigation.
Anyone who may have information in this case should contact the Forsyth County Sheriff’s Office directly at 336-727-2112; anonymously text information, photos, and video via Text-A-Tip at 336-920-8477; or anonymously call Crimestoppers at 336-727-2800 for English or 336-728-3904 for Spanish. the Crime Stoppers Tip Form is also available online: https://www.cityofws.org/FormCenter/Police-Department-19/Crimestoppers-Tip-Form-100