Salisbury Police Department Investigating a Homicide 10-24-2024

On Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at approximately 6:48 p.m., officers with the Salisbury Police Department responded to the parking lot of 2096 Statesville Blvd. concerning an assault in progress. Upon arrival, officers discovered a 57-year-old female with life-threatening injuries consistent with an assault. Despite life-saving efforts, the victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.

The Salisbury Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division immediately began an investigation into the incident.

On Thursday, October 24, 2024, at approximately 5:15 p.m., the Salisbury Police Department’s Special Response Team, Investigations Division, and the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation executed a search warrant at 122 Clancy St., Apartment G. Investigators obtained information linking the suspect to the residence, and items collected from the apartment linked the suspect to the homicide.

As a result, Herman Donald Floyd III, 44, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder. He is currently being held at the Rowan County Detention Center under no bond.

The investigation remains ongoing, and no further details are currently available.

The Salisbury Police Department extends its deepest condolences to the victim’s family during this difficult time.

Anyone with information related to the incident is encouraged to contact Lt. Casper at (704) 638-5333, (704) 638-5211, or via email at investigations@salisburync.gov. Anonymous tips and video footage can also be submitted through the department’s Facebook page.