The following is a release from Hickory Police:
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Jerry Lewis Woods
A warrant for the charge of Murder was issued for Jerry Lewis Woods, 60 years of age, of Hickory for the stabbing death of Octavia Beaty. Woods was later arrested and served with the outstanding warrant for Murder. He is currently being held in the Catawba County Detention Facility with NO BOND.
The Hickory Police Department is continuing the investigation and asks that anyone who may have any information to contact Investigator. K. Craig at 828-261-2616.