A quiet stretch of Bassett Trail in north Raleigh turned into a homicide scene Saturday after officers found a 72-year-old man dead along the street. By the end of the day, police had arrested 66-year-old Sandra Hunter and charged her with murder. The victim was identified as Arthur Upchurch.
What police say
Raleigh police say officers were called around 11:09 a.m. Saturday for a report of a dead person on Bassett Trail. When they arrived, they found the body of 72-year-old Arthur Upchurch. Investigators later arrested 66-year-old Sandra Hunter and charged her with his murder. According to WTVD, officials say the case remains active and under investigation.
How to help the investigation
As detectives continue to sort out what happened, police are asking for the public’s help. Anyone with information is urged to call the Raleigh Police Department at 919-996-3335. Tips can also be submitted online through Raleigh Crime Stoppers. Investigators have not released any information about a possible motive or whether Upchurch and Hunter knew each other, according to WTVD.
Next steps
Prosecutors will now review the arrest and any evidence gathered before formal charges move forward. Booking details and court dates were not immediately available. This story will be updated as new records or official statements are released.
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