Woman found dead in her home, investigation ongoing

A woman was found dead in a home early this morning (June 1). A law enforcement agency’s Violent Crimes Unit is investigating the death.

Shortly after 4 a.m. this morning, Statesville Police responded to a 911 call regarding a deceased person at a residence in the 500 block of Hickory Avenue. Upon arrival, officers found 33-year-old Shelbie Smith of Statesville dead inside her home.

The Statesville Police Department Violent Crimes Unit arrived on the scene and began investigating the circumstances surrounding Ms. Smith’s death. The Statesville Police Department is currently investigating the incident in conjunction with the North Carolina State Bureau of Investigations.

Statesville Police are asking anyone with information regarding this incident to come forward. If you have information that may assist in the investigation, contact Statesville Police at 704-878-3516.

(Statesville Police Department press release)