GOLDSBORO, N.C. — The Goldsboro Police Department is investigating an attempted murder after a 32-year-old man was shot on Day Circle Monday afternoon.

Incident Details

Officers responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 12:27 p.m. on August 4, 2025. Upon arrival, they discovered the victim suffering from a gunshot wound at the Day Circle location.

Emergency Medical Services quickly transported the injured man to UNC Health Wayne before he was airlifted to ECU Health in Greenville for further treatment. The victim’s current condition remains unknown.

Victim Identification

Police have identified the victim as Stephon Walls, a 32-year-old Goldsboro resident.

Investigation Underway

The Goldsboro Police Department’s Investigative Services Bureau and Crime Scene Unit have launched a criminal investigation into the shooting. Both units responded to the scene to begin processing evidence and gathering information about the incident.

Ongoing Developments

This is a developing story. The investigation remains active as authorities work to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting and identify any suspects involved.

Anyone with information about this crime, or any other crime in the Wayne County area is asked to call or text Crime Stoppers at 919-735-2255 or submit a TIP at p3tips.com. Callers will remain anonymous. Crime Stoppers gives cash rewards for information leading to arrests of up to $500 for misdemeanors with the recovery of drugs, firearms, property, or fugitive arrests and up to $1,500 for felony arrests. Crime Stoppers is a Non-Profit 501(c)(3) organization, funded solely by private donations. To make a donation, contact the Goldsboro Wayne Crime Stoppers Director Judy Lane at 919-734-8177.