Two Men Found Shot and Killed in Car Identified by Roanoke Police

Authorities say the victims were killed overnight in the Carroll Avenue NW area.

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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The Roanoke Police Department has identified the two men who were found shot and killed inside a car on Sunday morning. The victims were 37-year-old Jeffrie Lamont Meadows of Wytheville and 35-year-old Khireem Jerome Porter of Radford. Police believe the men were killed overnight, and their investigation is ongoing.

Why it matters

Homicides and gun violence remain a serious concern for the Roanoke community, with this latest incident highlighting the need for continued efforts to improve public safety and address the underlying factors that contribute to such tragedies.

The details

According to police, officers were first dispatched to the scene on Carroll Avenue NW around 9:18 a.m. on Sunday morning, where they found the two men with fatal gunshot wounds inside a car. Both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.

  • The incident occurred overnight on Sunday, February 9, 2026.
  • Police were first dispatched to the scene around 9:18 a.m. on Sunday morning.

The players

Jeffrie Lamont Meadows

A 37-year-old man from Wytheville who was one of the victims found shot and killed inside the car.

Khireem Jerome Porter

A 35-year-old man from Radford who was the other victim found shot and killed inside the car.

Roanoke Police Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the double homicide and working to identify the victims and perpetrators.

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What’s next

The Roanoke Police Department is continuing its investigation into the incident and urging anyone with information to come forward by calling 540-344-8500.

The takeaway

This tragic double homicide underscores the ongoing challenges Roanoke faces in addressing gun violence and ensuring public safety for all residents. The community will need to come together to support the victims' families, assist law enforcement, and explore long-term solutions to prevent such senseless acts of violence.