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murder arrest

  • New details release, arrest made after weekend shooting
    October 7, 2024
  • Bond denied for suspect charged in Upstate weekend murder
    October 7, 2024
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    October 7, 2024
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    October 3, 2024
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    August 15, 2024
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  • Murder arrest made after woman found dead at WNC home
    July 5, 2024
  • Murder suspect apprehended on campus of Upstate college
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