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Richard Earl Carr Jr.

Case from Shorter, AL dated Sep 03, 2010

Victim Details

Richard Earl Carr Jr.

Male

White / Caucasian

Shorter

AL

2010-09-03

65

Richard

Earl Carr Jr.

Yes

07/10/2026

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In the small, quiet town of Shorter, Alabama, the community was shaken by the unexpected and violent death of 65-year-old Richard Earl Carr Jr. A lifelong resident and a well-known figure, Carr's body was discovered in a remote area on September 3, 2010, under circumstances that immediately led authorities to suspect foul play. The initial mystery surrounding his death left investigators searching for answers and a community in shock.

As the investigation into the homicide began, details ...
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  • al: ABI makes arrest in 2010 murder of Macon County businessman
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