Man charged with murder in Gastonia homicide investigation, police say
Gastonia police arrested a 55-year-old man in connection with an Aug. 3 homicide investigation, authorities confirmed Friday.
Officers responded to a home on Belfast Drive to check on a resident after a possible assault around 2:30 a.m. on Aug. 3.
They found Donald Watts, 48, dead inside the home.
A preliminary investigation suggests Watts was fatally stabbed. The victim’s girlfriend reportedly hid from the suspect until Mosby kidnaped her.
On August 18, police said Kevin Mosby, of Gastonia, was arrested in connection with this case and charged with first-degree murder.
Mosby, who is experiencing homelessness, has no connection with Watts and his family, police said.
Police said Mosby is being held at the Gaston County Jail without bond.
The suspect had his first court appearance Friday and Watts’ family members were in court.
“There is no bringing my brother back,” said Allen Sanders. “My brother is gone, and I have to accept that. But help me and help his kids make sense of this.”
Gaston County reporter Ken Lemon was in court and spoke with the family.
At 10 and 11 p.m., hear from them and more about this disturbing case.
This is a developing story. Check wsoctv.com for updates.
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