Cindy J. Hull, a 55-year-old woman from Newton, North Carolina, was found dead on October 1, 2021. Cindy Hull, who was born on October 27, 1965, was discovered alongside Larry Brigham, a 58-year-old man, inside the offices of The Observer News Enterprise, a local newspaper. The police classified the case as a murder-suicide, with Brigham reportedly shooting Hull before taking his own life. Both Hull and Brigham had been reported missing prior to the discovery of their bodies.
Their vehicles were found parked outside the newspaper office, leading authorities to the scene. The incident was also considered a domestic violence-related case, as Hull and Brigham were in a relationship.
Cindy Hull was a former employee of The Observer News Enterprise, where she worked as a circulation manager. At the time of her death, she was working for WNNC Radio in Newton. Hull was remembered by her colleagues and friends as a bright and engaging individual who was always willing to help others. She was survived by her mother, Sandra Willis; her father and mother, Jim and Eva Hull; four daughters, Jennifer Beatty, Elizabeth Minton, Ashley Lane, and Kelsey Lane; a son, Christopher Gillespie; a sister, Koren Hull; and two brothers, Eddy Hull and Jamey Hull. She also had 11 grandchildren, who were the joy of her life.
The investigation into the murder-suicide was conducted by the Newton Police Department and the Catawba County Sheriff's Office. Authorities urged anyone with information about the case to contact them. The police emphasized the importance of addressing domestic violence and provided contact information for local resources to help those in abusive relationships. The community mourned the loss of Cindy Hull and Larry Brigham, recognizing their contributions to the local newspaper and the impact they had on those who knew them.
