Larry Davis, 16, was found with a gunshot wound after a ShotSpotter alert brought Rocky Mount officers to the 500 block of Center Street just before 10:30 p.m. on May 17, 2025. He was taken to UNC Nash Hospital and was pronounced dead shortly after arrival; his obituary lists his birth date as June 24, 2008, and his death on May 17, 2025.

Police described the shooting as a situation between family members and said a suspect was identified, but in consultation with the District Attorney’s Office no charges were filed at that stage. Authorities emphasized the incident did not represent a broader public threat and said the investigation was active in the immediate aftermath.

The community held visitation and a celebration of life soon after his death. If anyone has information about what happened that night or knew Larry and his family, please share what you can with investigators.