WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WXII) — The girlfriend of a Winston-Salem homicide victim is sharing his story. Alex Saunders, 32, was shot and killed on Saturday afternoon on Piedmont Circle outside of their home.
His girlfriend, Charlotte James, said Saunders was a loyal father and goofy person, and he would do anything to support his family. James said she’d known Saunders since they were in middle school, but started dating 11 years ago and grew their family together since then.
Saunders leaves behind many family members, including his siblings, his children and James. She remembers the moment she got the call from a friend that Saunders had been shot. Seeing a picture of his body confirmed her biggest fear…