In the early hours of Sunday, May 18, 2025, the Charlotte community was shaken by the tragic loss of 17-year-old Victor Ramirez Jr., who was fatally shot in the 100 block of Winding Path Way, just outside of uptown Charlotte. Officers from the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department (CMPD) responded to reports of a shooting shortly after 3 a.m. Upon arrival, they found Ramirez Jr. in a parking lot with gunshot wounds; he was pronounced dead at the scene .
The incident has left the community in mourning, as residents grapple with the loss of a young life. Ramirez Jr.’s family has been notified, and CMPD’s homicide unit is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting. As of now, no suspects have been identified, and authorities are urging anyone with information to come forward to assist in the investigation .
This tragedy underscores the ongoing concerns about youth violence in Charlotte. Community leaders and residents alike are calling for increased efforts to address the root causes of such violence and to implement preventive measures to ensure the safety of the city’s youth.
As the investigation continues, the community stands united in grief, remembering Victor Ramirez Jr. and seeking justice for his untimely death.