Brenda Williams, 42, of Weaverville, North Carolina, was shot to death on August 17, 2011, outside her home. Her former boyfriend, Danny Dale Gosnell of Campobello, South Carolina, had driven to Weaverville with a shotgun, parked behind a barn, and waited for Brenda as she left to go to work. When she came out, Gosnell shot her in the head; the shooting was witnessed by Brenda’s 16-year-old daughter.

Prosecutors said the killing was premeditated and motivated by Brenda’s decision to end the relationship. Gosnell was charged with first-degree murder; his defense argued his limited mental capacity meant he could not have formed intent. The case went to trial in Asheville, and in October 2012 a judge sentenced Gosnell to life in prison without the possibility of parole. Brenda’s death profoundly affected her family and community.

If anyone knew Brenda or has information about her life or the events leading up to that day, please share what can help the record of her story.