Suffolk, VA – After more than three decades of unanswered questions, the Virginia State Police say they’ve made a major breakthrough in the investigation into the 1988 homicide of Laurie Ann Powell.
According to Virginia State Police, officials will release details during a 10:30 a.m. press conference Friday from Division 5 BFO Headquarters in Suffolk. The announcement marks a significant development in a case that has long remained unsolved.
Investigators say the suspect in Powell’s killing has now been identified, though details about the individual and how the identification was made are expected to be revealed during the live briefing. The event will be streamed on the agency’s Facebook and YouTube channels, allowing the public to follow the update in real time.
Powell’s death has been one of Virginia’s enduring cold cases, drawing continued attention from law enforcement and the Suffolk community. The renewed effort reflects advances in forensic technology and persistent investigative work by state police.
More information will be shared following the official announcement later this morning.
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