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William Marcelus Major Sr.

Case from Rocky-mount, NC dated Apr 13, 2019

Victim Details

William Marcelus Major, Sr.

Male

Black / African American

Rocky-mount

NC

2019-04-13

51

William

Marcelus Major Sr.

06/23/2026

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William Marcelus Major Sr., a 51-year-old African American man, tragically passed away on April 13, 2019, in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The incident was initially reported as an accidental shooting, but upon arrival, law enforcement determined it to be a domestic homicide.

William Marcellus Major Jr., the victim's 22-year-old son, was arrested and charged with first-degree murder. The authorities have not identified a clear motive for the crime. Major Jr. was taken into custody and hel ...
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  • WRAL.com: Son charged in father's death in Rocky Mount :: WRAL.com
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