Connie Jean Nealey Simmons, a 60-year-old woman from Fair Bluff, North Carolina, tragically lost her life on April 3, 2016, due to a home invasion. She was fatally shot multiple times in her home on Main Street. The incident occurred early in the morning, and her boyfriend, James Royals, discovered her body later that day. Simmons was shot three times, with bullets passing through kitchen cabinets and one grazing her bedroom door.
Despite the violent attack, nothing was stolen from the home.
The investigation into Connie Simmons' death involved the Fair Bluff Police Department and the State Bureau of Investigation. Police Chief Chris Chafin mentioned that investigators had leads but were withholding information to avoid hindering the investigation. Governor Pat McCrory announced a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for her murder. The case remains unsolved, and authorities continue to seek information from the public.
The loss of Connie Simmons deeply affected her community, and her funeral services were held on April 8, 2016. She is remembered fondly by her family and friends.
