Record #:

43826

Author(s):

Murray, Morgan

Abstract:

The murder of a young woman, Nell Cropsey of Elizabeth City on November 21, 1901, remains unsolved and an is still recalled by area residents. Question remains as to whether her death was a tragic accident or the result of her jealous suitor, Jim Wilcox.

Source:

North Carolina's Eastern Living Magazine (NoCar F 252.3 N82), Vol. 15 Issue 4, July 2023, p40-41

Subject(s):

Cropsey, Nell M., ca.1882-1901; Criminal mysteries--Elizabeth City