Statement from Governor Perdue Concerning the Murders of Lauren Burk and Eve Carson

Governor Perdue asks GBI to Assist in Investigations

ATLANTA – Governor Sonny Perdue released the following statement concerning the murders of Lauren Burk and Eve Carson:

“Mary and I are deeply saddened by the senseless, tragic murders of these two bright and talented Georgians,” said Governor Sonny Perdue.  “We are praying for their families and friends as well as the campuses and communities that are mourning these painful losses.  Georgia is Lauren and Eve’s home state and we will do everything we can to help authorities in Alabama and North Carolina pursue, capture and convict those responsible for their deaths.  To aid in these investigations, I have asked GBI Director Vernon Keenan to offer any and all assistance necessary to solve these crimes.” 

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