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Double homicide investigation: 2 people found shot to death in Cumberland County home

Two people were found shot to death inside a Cumberland County home on Saturday night.
Posted 2023-08-06T10:38:36+00:00 - Updated 2023-08-06T10:38:36+00:00
Cumberland County deputies investigating double homicide

Two people were found shot to death inside a Cumberland County home on Saturday night.

The sheriff's office was originally responding to an overdose call near Sambo Jackson Road in Wade, shortly after 9 p.m.

When deputies arrived, they found two adults with gunshot wounds.

Both victims died at the scene.

Their names have not been released, and it's unclear what lead up to the shooting.

Law enforcement were on the scene for hours afterwards investigating the double homicide.

WRAL News is working to learn more about any suspects or arrests.

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