On Friday The Burke County Sheriff’s Office confirmed that following an autopsy both victims in the August 31st house fire turned double homicide did suffer gunshot wounds.
The victims were previously identified as 63 year old Micheal Curtis Hallyburton and 76 year old Joseph Kincaid Byrd Jr, both of Morganton.
The Sheriff’s Office will continue to follow up on incoming leads and use all available resources during the investigation.
The Burke County Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information related to this case to call 828-764-9558.
Crimestoppers tips can remain anonymous, and individuals who provide information leading to the arrest of the suspect(s) may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.