Margaret Parker, a 65-year-old woman from Pikeville, North Carolina, tragically lost her life on July 20, 2021. Born on February 15, 1956, Margaret was a dedicated employee of Atlantic Casualty Insurance and an active volunteer with the Toys-For-Tots motorcycle run. She was also known for her compassion towards animals, especially cats, and spent many hours ensuring they had better lives.
Margaret's death was a significant loss to her family, friends, and the community.
The circumstances surrounding Margaret Parker's death were grim. On the night of July 20, 2021, at approximately 9:40 p.m., Wayne County Sheriff's deputies and EMS were dispatched to her residence on Barrier Place in Pikeville following a 911 call reporting gunshots. Upon arrival, they found Margaret Parker deceased from an apparent gunshot wound inside her home. The investigation quickly led to the arrest of her husband, 61-year-old Terry Russell Parker, who was charged with an open count of murder.
Terry Russell Parker was taken into custody and placed in the Wayne County Detention Center without bond. The investigation into Margaret Parker's death is ongoing, and authorities have encouraged anyone with information to come forward. The tragic incident has left the community in shock, as they mourn the loss of a beloved member and grapple with the reality of domestic violence.
