Killing of Laurie Ann Powell
- Year
- 1988
- Where
- Portsmouth, Virginia
- Source
- Virginia State Police
- Evidence
- 1
The body of Laurie Ann Powell was recovered from the Elizabeth River in Portsmouth approximately three weeks after she was reported missing. The victim was last seen exiting her boyfriend's vehicle following an argument. The cause of death was found to be a stab wound to the rear of the neck. The ex-boyfriend and suspect died in 2016.
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