Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department Homicide Detectives are currently investigating the shooting death of Larry Antonio Gaither, 20.
At 2:30 a.m. on Saturday October 11, 2008, Hickory Grove Division patrol officers responded to a report of a person shot at 6701 Montezuma Trail in Charlotte . Upon arrival officers located the victim, Larry Antonio Gaither, inside the residence with at least one gunshot wound. He was transported to Carolinas Medical Center by Medic where he was pronounced deceased. The victim’s family has been notified.
Homicide detectives are currently interviewing witnesses; at this time there is limited suspect information. The suspect is currently described as a dark skinned black male in his 30’s, bald, 170-200 pounds with a beard, wearing a light colored button down shirt and blue jeans. He was seen leaving the scene in a dark colored vehicle. Based on the current status of the investigation this incident does not appear to be a random act of violence.
Anyone with information who wishes to speak directly to a homicide detective can call 704-432-TIPS or can call Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.
