A family is heartbroken after a woman was shot and killed in Harrisburg, NC, in a domestic violence incident
Harrisburg: A tragic incident unfolded when 43-year-old Chartara Laverta Courtney was shot outside her home on Hammermill Drive. The shooter, Willie Lawrence Wimbley, was known to her and reportedly took his own life afterward.
Chartara was a dedicated mother of four and had recently advanced in her career, moving from a Waffle House manager to a regional manager. Her brother, Darrius, shared that while she was thriving professionally, she was also facing domestic violence.
Darrius believes Chartara was trying to escape the toxic relationship, which ultimately led to her tragic death. He expressed his anger and sadness over the situation, emphasizing that Chartara was preparing to move into a new home when the incident occurred.
As the family copes with this loss, Darrius urges others to take domestic violence seriously and to be proactive in helping victims. He hopes that by sharing their story, they can prevent similar tragedies in the future.
