Missing couple found dead in forest at centre of Ashanti alert

A missing North Carolina couple was found dead after an Ashanti Alert was issued for them Thursday following their disappearance in Davie County. Cynthia Gobble and Gregory Gobble, 60 and 59, were last seen Wednesday in the area of ​​Country Lane, Campbell Road and Highway 601 in Mocksville, according to the Davie County Sheriff’s Office. Cynthia, who was diabetic, did not have her medication with her. She was believed to be in danger after her vehicle was discovered at the location where she disappeared, according to the Davie County Sheriff’s Office. Officials said at the time there was evidence of physical endangerment, abduction or kidnapping. Investigators said they discovered the couple dead in a wooded area in Iredell County just after 11 a.m. Friday. Both Iredell and Davie County detectives are still working the scene. Get the latest interesting news by clicking here. Investigators said they do not suspect anyone else was involved in the incident and there is no ongoing danger to the public. They have not released any further details about their deaths. If you have any information, call DCSO’s Criminal Investigation Division at 336-751-6238. Stay up to date with the latest weather forecasts and news by downloading the WXII app here.