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Bladen County man convicted of first degree murder gets life in prison

Avery Journal Times | Newland

Aug 1, 2026

Bladen County man convicted of first degree murder gets life in prison

COLUMBUS COUNTY, NC (WWAY) - A Bladen County man is facing life in prison for killing his estranged girlfriend in 2022. Lawrence Thomas, 73, was convicted by a Columbus County jury…

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Bladen County man convicted of first degree murder gets life in prison

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