Neighbor Turns Killer: Clover Man Found Murdered After Friday Night Dispute

Clover Couple Charged in Brutal Murder of Neighbor: Argument Turns Deadly

CLOVER, SC – A seemingly ordinary Friday night in Clover turned tragic after a local man was found murdered on Enon Church Road. The victim, 51-year-old Stephen Roger Stowe, is believed to have been involved in a heated argument with his neighbors that spiraled out of control, ending in his death.

Married Couple Arrested in North Carolina

Just days after the discovery of Stowe’s body, a married couple residing on the same road as the victim were apprehended in neighboring Randolph County, North Carolina. 38-year-old Mitchell Strickland now faces murder and weapons charges, while his wife, 32-year-old Shelby Jeanette Strickland, is accused of aiding and abetting the crime.

What Sparked the Deadly Encounter?

Authorities believe Stowe and the Stricklands were acquainted, but the exact nature of their relationship and the trigger for the fatal altercation remain shrouded in mystery. Investigators are piecing together the events that led to this shocking act of violence.

A Community in Shock: First Homicide of 2024

This brutal slaying marks the first homicide in York County for 2024, leaving residents shaken and demanding answers. As the investigation unfolds, the quiet town of Clover grapples with the unsettling truth – sometimes, danger can lurk close to home.

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