Tachelle Stewart Obituary, Goldsboro, NC Shooting Death – 37-Year-Old Critically Injured in Goldsboro Shooting That Killed Cory Hodges
November 11, 2026
Tachelle Denise Stewart, 37, of Smithfield, North Carolina, was critically injured in a shooting in Goldsboro that claimed the life of 41-year-old Cory James Hodges.
The shooting occurred on Monday evening, November 9, 2026, in the 1100 block of North Jefferson Avenue. According to the Goldsboro Police Department, officers responded at approximately 7:33 p.m. after receiving a report of a person being shot.
When officers arrived, they found Hodges suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. Emergency medical personnel pronounced him dead at the scene.
A short time later, investigators learned that Stewart had arrived at a local hospital in a private vehicle with multiple gunshot wounds. She was subsequently transferred to ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville for further treatment and was reported to be in critical condition.
Arrest made in connection with the shooting
On November 10, Goldsboro police announced the arrest of 22-year-old Kanye Khammonni Glasper in connection with the incident.
Glasper was charged with an open count of murder, attempted first-degree murder, assault with a deadly weapon with intent to kill inflicting serious injury, going armed to the terror of the people, and discharging a firearm within city limits.
Authorities said he was taken into custody without incident and held without bond. His first court appearance was scheduled for November 12.
The charges remain allegations, and Glasper is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Police had not publicly disclosed a motive or provided further details about what led to the shooting.
Remembering those affected
The shooting has brought grief and concern to the Smithfield and Goldsboro communities. Hodges lost his life, while Stewart faces a serious recovery following her injuries.
Further updates about Stewart’s condition, the investigation and any funeral or memorial arrangements for Hodges should be included only when confirmed by the appropriate authorities or family representatives.