Roanoke woke up to heartbreak Sunday morning after two young men, Khireem Porter and Jay Slay, were found shot to death inside a vehicle in Northwest Roanoke. The violence unfolded quietly but left deep echoes across the city, especially along Carroll Avenue, where police rushed in and sealed off the block.
Officers were called to the 2000 block of Carroll Avenue NW around 9:18 a.m. after reports came in about two men inside a parked vehicle. When police arrived, they found both victims suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite quick response efforts, Porter and Slay were pronounced dead at the scene.
The car sat still as flashing lights filled the street. Neighbors watched from a distance as investigators worked carefully around the vehicle. Yellow tape stretched across the area, and the calm of a Sunday morning gave way to shock and silence.
Police say this is an active and ongoing homicide investigation. Detectives are working to piece together what led up to the shooting, how long the men had been inside the vehicle, and who may be responsible. At this time, no suspects have been named and no arrests have been announced.
Law enforcement presence remained heavy in the neighborhood for hours. Officers canvassed the area, spoke with nearby residents, and collected evidence. Every detail matters, police say, because even the smallest tip could help explain how this violence happened.
The Roanoke Police Department is urging anyone who saw something or knows something to speak up. Tips can be shared directly with investigators by calling 540-344-8500. Police stress that community help is often the key to solving cases like this.
For now, the city mourns two lives lost too soon. Families are left searching for answers, and a neighborhood is left grappling with fear and grief. Authorities say they will continue following leads and promise to share updates as new information becomes available.
