Lyric Isabella Woods, 14, of Mebane, North Carolina, was found dead on September 18, 2022, alongside 18-year-old Devin Clark in a rural area off the side of the road in Orange County. Both teenagers had been shot multiple times; Lyric’s preliminary autopsy noted at least four gunshot wounds, including two to the back, one to the arm, and one to the neck from close range. Devin Clark suffered at least five gunshot wounds, including three to the back and one to the back of the head.

Lyric was last seen by her family on the night of September 16, 2022. Two ATV riders discovered the bodies and reported them to authorities. A 17-year-old, Issiah Mehki Ross, was arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree murder; the Orange County Assistant District Attorney said Ross shot the teens as they ran away. Ross was charged as an adult, prosecutors presented autopsy details and other evidence in court, and a judge denied bond.

Lyric’s family and community remember her love of life, volleyball, and her sense of humor. If anyone has information about Lyric or Devin’s deaths, please come forward to assist the ongoing legal process.