Christopher Ray Whitfield, 50, was killed at his home on Verrazano Place in Clayton, North Carolina, on June 4, 2022. Police responded to a shooting call at about 3:20 p.m. and found Whitfield inside the residence with a fatal gunshot wound. He was known to friends and family as Chris and BONE, worked in trades including welding and computer repairs, and was father to six children.

The victim’s stepson, 19-year-old Shaikeem Jemeruis Parker of Garner, was present at the scene along with Whitfield’s wife. Investigators say the shooting arose from a domestic dispute: Whitfield was arguing with his wife when Parker intervened and shot him. Parker was arrested, held without bond at the Johnston County Jail, and a grand jury returned a true bill of indictment for murder on July 18, 2022.

The family and community have been deeply affected. If anyone knew Christopher, his routines, or has information about what happened that afternoon, please come forward.