"Officers with the Winston-Salem Police Department responded, Nov. 6 at 7:44pm,  to a report of a person suffering from a gunshot wound, near the residence located at 129 East Drive.  It was determined that this incident occurred as a result of an Armed Robbery of the victim’s moped.  The victim is Keith Donnell Gaither, 59, male.

The suspect approached the victim (Mr. Gaither) and began attempting to steal his moped.  The victim attempted to intervene in the theft when the suspect pulled out a handgun and shot the victim.  The suspect then fled the area on the stolen moped and has not yet been located.
Suspect was wearing dark colored clothing and possessed an unknown type handgun. He was described as a black male between the ages of 18-22.

The victim was transported to WFU Medical Center where he is being treated for non life-threatening injuries.


The Winston-Salem Police Department requests that anyone with information regarding this crime to please contact CrimeStoppers at 336-727-2800."

- A Police Report

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