Furahn Karren Woods Morrow, a 39-year-old African American woman, tragically lost her life on November 9, 2019, in Charlotte, North Carolina. The incident occurred at a residence on Lytham Drive, where a shooting erupted, resulting in the deaths of Furahn Morrow and Janet Scronce, a 40-year-old woman. The perpetrator, Caldwell Cole, a 79-year-old man, was asked to leave the residence but returned with a fully loaded revolver and eighteen additional rounds of ammunition.
He fatally shot Furahn Morrow and Janet Scronce, and also injured two other individuals who survived the attack.
The case went to trial several years later, and on July 28, 2023, Caldwell Cole was convicted of two counts of first-degree murder, two counts of attempted murder, and discharging a firearm within an enclosure to incite fear. Judge Louis Trosch sentenced Cole to life in prison without the possibility of parole. The trial began on July 10, 2023, and concluded with the jury's guilty verdict on July 26, 2023. The case remains under investigation, and authorities have urged anyone with information to contact the Homicide Unit Detective or Crime Stoppers.
The tragic events surrounding the death of Furahn Karren Woods Morrow highlight the devastating impact of gun violence and the importance of seeking justice for the victims and their families. The conviction of Caldwell Cole serves as a reminder of the legal consequences of such heinous acts and the ongoing efforts to ensure public safety and accountability.
