Carol Bennett, aged 63, passed away on August 21, 2019, in Long Prairie, Minnesota. She was born on August 22, 1955, in Buffalo, Minnesota, and was a resident of Long Prairie at the time of her death. Carol was a dedicated member of her community, working as a tax preparer and volunteering her time at local Bible camps and her church.
The investigation into Carol Bennett's death revealed that she was a victim of a violent crime.
Authorities identified Barry Bennett, her husband, as the primary suspect in the case. Barry Bennett, a former NFL player, was found dead alongside Carol in what appeared to be a murder-suicide. The couple's son, Dylan Bennett, was later arrested in connection with the deaths. Dylan Bennett, aged 22 at the time, was apprehended in Mexico after a warrant was issued for his arrest.
Dylan Bennett faced charges of second-degree murder for the deaths of his parents. Investigators discovered that Dylan had fled the country shortly after the incident, leading to an international manhunt. He was eventually extradited back to the United States to face trial. The tragic events surrounding the deaths of Carol and Barry Bennett shocked the Long Prairie community and highlighted the devastating impact of domestic violence.
