Kayden Newman, a former football player at Northeast Guilford High School, was found with gunshot wounds on Sunday at 6:45 a.m. on November 23, 2025.
Officers responding to the scene in the 400 block of E. Florida St. transported him to Moses Cone Hospital, but he succumbed to his injuries.
Kayden Newman graduated from Northeast Guilford High School in 2023.
He was a key defensive player on the football field, specializing as an outside linebacker. Audiences could easily spot him during games by his jersey number, 22.
His performance and standing among other players in the state were recognized, and he earned a state rank of 246.
His time at Northeast Guilford High School represents the dedication and effort of a committed student-athlete.
Kayden Newman, you are missed so much already, buddy. We love you, and we will not stop fighting until we get justice for you. Whoever took you from us will be held accountable #bible💔 😭 Please, if anyone has any information we beg you to contact us or the greensboro homicide dept. Trevis Newman
Brandon Ashby Newman
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$5,000 Reward Offered in Greensboro Homicide of Kayden Newman
Kayden La’Trell Newman, the son of Trevis Newman and Kathy Newman Grove, was born in 2005 in Winchester, Virginia.
He was a beloved son, uncle, nephew, cousin, little brother, and grandson who passed away at 20 on Sunday, November 23, 2025.
Newman’s life was cut short by an act of senseless violence.
Authorities responded to a shooting in the 400 block of E. Florida St. at approximately 6:45 a.m., where he was found with gunshot wounds.
He was transported to Moses Cone Hospital but later succumbed to his injuries.
The Greensboro Police Department is investigating the case as a homicide and is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to a resolution.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers at 336-373-1000.
My nephew, the one that when I held you as a baby, made me want to have Damien and Jett. This is still a devastating nightmare and bad dream that I just want to wake up from rn. These are pictures of my birthday when we floated down the river and spread Grandpa’s ashes. We laughed and had a blast. Thank God the last text you sent in the family chat last night was “Miss yu all can’t wait 2 see yall!”
Melissa Grove Pennington
Newman’s family and community grapple with this profound loss, but they choose to remember the light he brought to their lives.
In a tribute to his memory, friends and family will hold a candlelight vigil in Greensboro, North Carolina, to honor the young man they knew and loved.
A final funeral service will be held in his birthplace of Winchester, Virginia, returning him to the community where his journey began.
Early this morning, I got the worst call of my life. I am still in shock, but Kayden Newman passed away early this morning. At this time, I ask that you respect my family’s privacy & when arrangements are made, I will inform anyone. If you can pray for my family to get through this tragic time, we appreciate it greatly.
Kathy Newman Grove
Kayden’s passing leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew him.
He’ll be remembered for the life he lived and the love he shared with his family and friends. He will be deeply missed.
Rest In Peace.
