North Carolina governor offers $25,000 reward in Burke County murder case

Josh Stein, Governor
Josh Stein, Governor
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Governor Josh Stein announced that North Carolina is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the murder of Brittany Elizabeth Ferguson, age 23.

“We must use every tool at our disposal to pursue justice for victims,” said Governor Josh Stein. “I urge North Carolinians who have information about these cases to contact local law enforcement and help us provide closure to victims’ families.”

Ferguson was killed on May 15, 2024, in Burke County when a large rock was thrown through her car’s windshield. She died instantly as a result.

Authorities are asking anyone with information about the case to contact the Burke County Sheriff’s Office at (828) 438-5500 or the State Bureau of Investigation at (919) 662-4500.



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