Thomas Leslie Ferguson, 54, of Lenoir, North Carolina, was found dead from an apparent gunshot wound on October 29, 2021. His body was discovered about 7:40 a.m. lying in a hallway of a mobile home on N.C. 268 West near the Elk Creek – Darby Road; a firearm was recovered at the scene and the body was sent to the state medical examiner for autopsy.

Two people were arrested and charged in connection with the death. Chasity Starr Davis, 35, was charged with murder and larceny of a motor vehicle after she was found walking along Highway 268 near Ferguson’s Chrysler PT Cruiser, which authorities say had been taken from outside the home. William Hayes Coffey, 54, was charged with accessory after the fact of murder; he met investigators at the scene and was later charged. The State Bureau of Investigation is assisting and initial court appearances were scheduled for November 1, 2021.

Investigators have not disclosed any details about Ferguson’s relationship with the suspects, and no clear motive has been released. If anyone knew Thomas Ferguson or saw activity near N.C. 268 West around October 29, 2021, please come forward with information.