Stephen Michael Boggs Sr., a 72-year-old man from Selma, North Carolina, was found dead in his home on October 4, 2020. His wife, Brenda McFatter Boggs, aged 71, was also found deceased in the same incident. The couple's son, Stephen Michael Boggs Jr., aged 53, was arrested and charged with their murders. The bodies were discovered after neighbors requested a welfare check, having not seen the couple for approximately two months.
Upon entering the home, deputies found the bodies in the garage, along with the family dog, and determined that the couple had been shot to death.
Stephen Michael Boggs Jr. was arrested in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, after an investigation revealed suspicious activity on his parents' bank account. He was charged with murder and concealment of death. The investigation revealed that Boggs Jr. had been living with his parents and was frequently seen coming and going from the house. Neighbors reported that they had not seen him for at least a week before the bodies were discovered.
The case drew significant attention due to the gruesome nature of the crime and the fact that the bodies were left undiscovered for weeks. The investigation continued to unfold as authorities worked to piece together the events leading up to the murders. Stephen Michael Boggs Jr. faced serious legal consequences for his actions, and the case highlighted the tragic and violent nature of the crime.
