Henderson woke up to heartbreak Wednesday morning after a fatal shooting claimed the life of 73-year-old James Culver. Police were called to a home in the 1100 block of Powell Street, near the intersection of Julia and Powell Streets, where officers found Culver suffering from gunshot wounds. He was pronounced dead at the scene, turning a quiet neighborhood into a place of shock and grief.
Investigators with the Henderson Police Department quickly determined the situation appeared to be domestic-related. The violence unfolded inside the home, a setting that neighbors say is usually calm and familiar. Yellow tape stretched across the street as officers worked the scene and tried to understand how the morning spiraled into tragedy.
Twenty-year-old Harold Farmer was taken into custody in connection with Culver’s death. Police later announced that Farmer was arrested and charged with murder. Detectives continued to gather evidence and statements as they worked to piece together the moments that led to the shooting.
Family members at the scene told local media that the dispute began between a grandfather and grandson. Officials, however, have not confirmed the nature of the relationship or the specific events that triggered the gunfire. Police say those details remain under investigation as they seek a clear and accurate picture of what happened.
Authorities also confirmed that four other family members were inside the home at the time of the shooting. None of them were physically injured. They were transported to the police station to be interviewed, a step investigators say is necessary to fully understand the circumstances surrounding the deadly encounter.
James Culver’s death has left loved ones and the wider Henderson community mourning a life lost to violence. Those who knew him describe a man deeply connected to his family, someone whose absence will be felt in everyday moments that now carry extra weight. On Powell Street, residents stood quietly, trying to process the sudden loss in their neighborhood.
Police stressed that there is no ongoing threat to the public and that the situation is contained. The investigation remains active as detectives continue to review evidence and speak with those involved. As the search for answers continues, the community is left holding onto memories of James Culver and hoping for justice in the wake of a painful morning.
