Courtney Owens.Photo: GoFundMe
A Georgia man accused of murder in the shooting death of his ex-girlfriend remained on the run Monday after authorities accused him of hiring a hitman to kill her.
Courtney Owens, 34, was fatally shot at about 2:30 p.m. on Dec. 9 at the Snellville car dealership where she worked, according to apress releasefrom the Gwinnett County Police Department.
Responding officers found her dead inside the business, police said. A witness also described seeing a masked man with a firearm leaving the scene on foot.
Wesley Vickers.Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office
It is not immediately clear if Vickers has entered a plea or retained an attorney who can speak on his behalf.
Soon after, investigators identified a second man they suspected in connection with Owens' death.
According to thepolice department, he is charged with malice murder, felony murder, and aggravated assault, but has not yet been arrested.
Stoney Williams.Gwinnett County Police/Facebook
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The victim’s mom, Andrea Owens, toldAtlanta News Firstshe hopes her daughter could be remembered as someone who had a “great impact on society.”
“My daughter was an entrepreneur, she earned it, she worked hard, and she was a good girl,” she said.
Courtney Owens also leaves behind a 12-year-old son, and her mother expressed hope that authorities will find Williams, according to the outlet.
Additionally, Andrea Owens launched aGoFundMecampaign to help with memorial expenses.
Anyone with information on the case is asked to contact GCPD detectives at 770-513-5300. To remain anonymous, tipsters should contact Crime Stoppers at 404-577-TIPS (8477) or visit www.stopcrimeATL.com.
source: people.com
