‘Crossbow Killer’ Who Allegedly Murdered Neighbor Over Noise Was Found Dead

A man wanted for the suspected murder of his neighbor was found dead in a vehicle on Sunday, Jan. 14, according to police.

Police found Anthony Lawrence’s body in a vehicle in a rural location in the United Kingdom, Humberside Police said in a statement on Jan. 14.

The 55-year-old, who went missing two days prior, was wanted by police in connection to the murder of Shane Gilmer, 30, and the attempted murder of his pregnant girlfriend Laura Sugden, 27, on Friday, Jan. 12.

Our officers have discovered a body believed to be Anthony Lawrence in a vehicle in North Yorkshire. Mr Lawrence was wanted in relation to the murder of Shane Gilmer (30) and the attempted murder of his pregnant girlfriend Laura Sugden on Friday 12 Jan. https://t.co/uPFI2yEKqI

— Humberside Police (@Humberbeat) January 14, 2018

We are able to confirm that the victim killed in the incident last night was 30 year old Shane Gilmer. We are supporting Mr Gilmer's family during this difficult and sad time. The investigation to find the person responsible is ongoing'.

— Humberside Police (@Humberbeat) January 13, 2018

“We will now look to establish the full details of the incident and continue to gather witness statements and evidence as part of this ongoing investigation,” police spokesperson Stewart Miller said in a statement on Jan. 15.

The scene in Southburn near #Driffield as police continue investigate murder of 30-year-old Shane Gilmer. Officers are still searching for Anthony Lawrence over incident here on Friday pic.twitter.com/p9mNeiPREJ

— VikingNews (@VikingFMNews) January 14, 2018

According to locals, the couple was attacked by their neighbor, Lawrence, after an ongoing row over loud noise, reported the Telegraph. Neighbors in the area said Lawrence had reportedly complained about the sound coming from the couple’s house in recent months.

Thanks for all your help in the search for Anthony Lawrence, 55, in connection with a suspected murder in Driffield. We believe we have located his car but the search for him continues. Pls don't approach him. Call 999 if you see him.https://t.co/ZzARkL8vuK pic.twitter.com/Gzv9N0Tt2D

— Humberside Police (@Humberbeat) January 13, 2018

“He’d gone round a month before and threatened them to keep the noise down,” one neighbor, who was unnamed, told the newspaper.

“They were apparently being too noisy. Shane and Laura lived next door to him, but hadn’t been there long. This Anthony Lawrence guy wasn’t happy about the noise,” he said.

“It sounds like a horror movie,” he added.

@Humberbeat confirm a crossbow was recovered from the scene of the murder of Shane Gilmer in Southburn in #Driffield pic.twitter.com/3OVVCgNshb

— VikingNews (@VikingFMNews) January 14, 2018

On Friday, Lawrence complained to the couple again about the noise but things turned ugly. Both Gilmer and Sugden were found injured in their home and rushed to the hospital. A crossbow was found at the scene, reported Sky News.

Gilmer later died at the hospital while Sugden suffered from non-life threatening injuries. Both she and her unborn child were in a stable condition on Jan. 15, reported the news station.

“Shane’s family continues to be supported by our specially trained officers and we would ask for consideration as they come to terms with their tragic loss,” police said.

From NTD.tv

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