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Coverage dated October 15, 2026 to October 16, 2026

Attorney for NC state trooper accused of killing deputy says client is innocent

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FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — The defense attorney for a North Carolina state trooper charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of a Cumberland County deputy says he believes his client is innocent and plans to fight the charge.

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  1. CBS 17 Raleigh

    Attorney for NC trooper charged with killing Cumberland County deputy believes client is innocent (opens CBS 17 Raleigh)

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    FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — The defense attorney for a North Carolina state trooper charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of a Cumberland County deputy says he believes his client is innocent and plans to fight the charge.

  2. FOX8 WGHP

    Attorney for NC state trooper accused of killing deputy says client is innocent (opens FOX8 WGHP)

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    FOX8 WGHP's feed description

    FAYETTEVILLE, N.C. (WNCN) — The defense attorney for a North Carolina state trooper charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of a Cumberland County deputy says he believes his client is innocent and plans to fight the charge.