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Carolyn Powell

Case from Gaston, NC dated Nov 07, 2024

Victim Details

Carolyn Powell

Female

Black / African American

Gaston

NC

2024-11-07

70

Carolyn

Powell

07/11/2026

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On November 7, 2024, Carolyn Powell, aged 70, and her husband, Michael Powell, aged 72, were tragically found deceased outside their home near Gaston, North Carolina. Both had sustained fatal gunshot wounds to the head, inflicted at point-blank range with a shotgun.

Authorities quickly identified the suspect as 35-year-old Ryvaries Butcher, a close neighbor and relative of the Powells. Investigators allege that Butcher shot the couple before stealing their truck and fleeing the scene. ...
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  • The Daily Herald: Butcher charged in murder of Gaston couple: Sheriff Smith: 'This family was a pillar in the community and very good people'
  • https://www.cbs17.com/news/local-news/man-arrested-in-double-homicide-of-elderly-couple-in-northampton-county-deputies-say/
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    I can't stop thinking about the connection between the Powells and Ryvaries Butcher. It’s deeply u... ...Read More
    12/14/2024
    I've been following the case of Carolyn and Michael Powell, and my heart goes out to their family an... ...Read More
    11/08/2024
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