Debra Ratchford

Murdered
Case Description
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Do you know who murdered Debra Denise Ratchford in 1992?
On August 5, 1992, 30-year-old Debra Denise Ratchford was found dead in Gastonia, North Carolina. Her body was discovered in a wooded area near the Oakland Street Cemetery. Investigators determined that she had been murdered, but despite ongoing efforts, her case remains unsolved. Ratchford's death is one of many unsolved homicides in the Gastonia area, with local authorities continuing to seek information that could bring justice to her family.

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  • Who killed Deborah Ratchford? - Gaston Gazette

    • Victim Details

    Debra Ratchford

    December 20, 2022

    Female

    African-American / Black

    Gastonia

    NC

    1992-08-05

    30

    Debra

    Ratchford

    10/11/2024


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    Forum Posts (3)
    Has this case gone cold? I haven't seen any updates or new information in quite some time. Does anyo... ...Read More
    03/26/2024
    Is there going to be a memorial service or gathering for Debra? I think it would be a nice way for u... ...Read More
    02/13/2024
    Does anyone have any theories on the murder of Debra?... ...Read More
    11/13/2023
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