David E. McKoy, 66, of Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina, was found dead on July 19, 2014, in the home of his friend Arthur Brown in the 200 block of Howard Road. Initial reports left the circumstances unclear; investigators later determined McKoy and Brown were killed during a robbery. The suspects allegedly forced entry, took about $150 in cash and several firearms, and left both victims dead.

Authorities said the crime was not random and that the suspects were believed to have known the victims. The killings deeply affected the small community; both McKoy and Brown were described as well known and respected in Fuquay-Varina.

If anyone knew David McKoy, Arthur Brown, or had information about who might have targeted them, please come forward.