Richard Scott Lane : “Goldboro Police Investigate Third Death in Two Days Behind Ollie’s Bargain Outlet”

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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Goldsboro death investigation
2. Ollie’s Bargain Outlet body found

A death investigation was launched in Goldsboro, N.C. following the discovery of the second dead person in the woods since Friday, with three deaths reported since then. The first incident involved a 40-year-old man found near Interstate-795 North and W. Ash Street, followed by another 40-year-old man’s death at the Irish Inn on Sunburst Drive. The deceased were identified as Richard Scott Lane and Billy Wayne Saunders. In a separate incident, a body was found behind a shopping area with no further details provided by the police. Stay updated on Wayne County news with CBS 17 reporting.

1. Goldsboro police investigate third death near Ollie’s Bargain Outlet
2. Body found behind Goldsboro store prompts third death investigation

Multiple Deaths Investigated in Goldsboro, North Carolina

In a series of tragic events, Goldsboro, North Carolina, has been the site of multiple death investigations in a short period of time. The Goldsboro Police Department has been working diligently to uncover the circumstances surrounding these incidents, which have left the community reeling.

First Death Investigation

The first death investigation began late Friday afternoon when a 40-year-old man was discovered in the woods near the intersection of Interstate-795 North and W. Ash Street. The man, identified as Richard Scott Lane of Goldsboro, was found deceased, prompting the authorities to launch an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.

Second Death Investigation

Shortly after the first incident, another 40-year-old man, identified as Billy Wayne Saunders of Goldsboro, was found dead at the Irish Inn motel on Sunburst Drive. Police were called to the motel for a welfare check and discovered the deceased individual, prompting a second death investigation to be initiated.

Third Death Investigation

On Sunday, another grim discovery was made when a dead person was found in the woods behind a popular shopping area in Goldsboro. The body was located between Royall Avenue and U.S. 70/U.S. 13, near the Pinewood Square Shopping Center, which houses a Walmart, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet, Applebee’s, and Bojangles.

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Ongoing Investigation

The Goldsboro Police Department has been tight-lipped about the details surrounding these tragic events, stating that no further information will be released at this time. As the investigations continue, the community is left searching for answers and grappling with the shock of multiple deaths occurring in such a short span of time.

Conclusion

As Goldsboro grapples with the aftermath of these tragic incidents, the community is coming together to support one another and seek closure. The Goldsboro Police Department remains committed to uncovering the truth behind these deaths and providing answers to the families and loved ones of the deceased individuals.

WNCT-TV contributed to this report