A groom was killed by a volley of bullets just hours after marrying the love of his life, as heartbroken relatives pay tribute to the newlywed.
Tyrek Burton, 37, tragically lost his life Saturday night outside the Barber Park Events Center in Greensboro, North Carolina, after marrying his wife Kiara Holloway, 33.
Officers with the Greensboro Police Department responded around 8:49 p.m. to reports of a shooting and when they arrived, they located Burton with “life-threatening injuries.”
During the horrific scene, a dispatcher said Burton was shot 15 times, according to a recording from Broadcastify, a police scanner system, obtained by WRAL News.
Police said that although “life-saving efforts were immediately initiated,” Burton died that same night.
The exact motive for the gruesome shooting is unclear. Police said the officer responded “in reference to an aggravated assault,” while Burton’s cousin, Keisha Satterfield, said the boyfriend died “due to road rage that ended in gun violence.”
Tyrek Burton, 37, tragically lost his life Saturday night outside the Barber Park Events Center in Greensboro, North Carolina, after marrying his wife Kiara Holloway, 33 (pictured: the newlyweds married at their reception).
During the horrific scene, Burton was said to have been shot 15 times, according to Broadcastify, a police scanner system.
There is no information on possible suspects, as a spokesperson for the Greensboro Police Department told DailyMail.com: “Detectives are actively investigating what led up to the shooting.”
Holloway is seen smiling as Burton hugs her on their wedding night.
Satterfield created a GoFundMe page in honor of their late cousin, along with a beautiful image of Burton and Holloway on the dance floor on their wedding night.
“On Saturday, October 12, 2024, my cousin married the love of his life, on one of the happiest days of his life, which was tragically cut short due to a road rage that ended in gun violence,” Satterfield wrote.
‘He was a loving husband, father of four beautiful girls, brother and friend, known for his generosity and infectious smile.
‘Unexpected losses can cause immense stress and pressure on families. Your donation will help cover expenses and provide support to Tyrek’s family during this difficult time.
“Please help us ensure that he rests in dignity and that his family receives the care they need,” he added along with the hashtag “Justice for TyrekBurton.”
Police said the officer responded “in reference to an aggravated assault,” while Burton’s cousin, Keisha Satterfield, said the boyfriend died “due to road rage that ended in gun violence.” (in the photo: the couple dancing at their wedding)
As of Monday night, the page had raised more than $800.
Others shared bittersweet moments of the couple on their special night, just before violence broke out.
Holloway and Burton were seen posing at the altar, while his bride wore a mermaid-style lace dress with a long veil and he donned a black and white tuxedo.
More images showed the couple entering their reception, during their first dance as husband and wife, as well as Holloway posing with her bouquet in hand.
Shaye Holloway, the bride’s sister, took to Facebook to pay tribute to her late brother-in-law.
‘Life is so unfair. Life is really too short. How did the day we were all waiting for turn out so bad? A beautiful day ended very ugly,’ he said.
‘The worst thing I have ever had to witness. I’m so hurt. I’m hurt for my sister and the girls. Family and friends. I am lost, I am confused as I try to be strong for my sister and my nieces.
Other images showed the couple entering their reception, during their first dance as husband and wife, and Holloway posing with her bouquet in hand at the altar.
Loved ones surrounded the newlyweds all night as they celebrated their love.
‘All I keep thinking is why him? Why the wedding day? Why just why? The replays of this in my head… I am devastated but I must be strong for my sister and my nieces.
‘I just wish we had left a little earlier or a little later and you were still here with us. “We will miss you, my brother,” he added.
Another family member posted a video montage of the wedding night as loved ones celebrated their love.
‘My heart is broken. Please pray for Kiara and the children, her mother, her sister and other family members, their strength, their understanding and their comfort!
“It’s so bad when you feel like there’s nothing you can do. The only thing I can give them is God and a shoulder to lean on. This is so sad!”
‘Kiara asked me: “How do I marry the love of my life and lose him on the same day?” Oh my god, I have no words. This is hard!’ he wrote.
