Retired South Carolina couple found dead in homicides at home
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The discovery of a married couple deceased in their South Carolina residence has prompted a homicide investigation, with law enforcement reaching out to the community for assistance in unraveling the mystery.

Identified by the Oconee County Coroner’s Office, the victims are Larry Moore, aged 76, and Sandra Moore, aged 75.

The alarm was raised by a family member who contacted emergency services on Thursday night after failing to get in touch with the couple, reports WYFF.

According to the coroner’s office, the Moores succumbed to traumatic injuries. However, specific details are being kept confidential at the sheriff’s office’s request to preserve the investigation’s integrity.

An elderly couple is assisted by a volunteer during a church community gathering

A photo shows Larry and Sandra Moore during a gathering at Calvary Church, where they were later honored by the congregation in the wake of their passing. (Calvary Church Facebook)

The timeline of the couple’s death remains unclear, and authorities have not disclosed how long they were inside their home before being found. Deputies noted that the last interaction with the couple occurred earlier in the week.

Sheriff’s officials say investigators believe the incident is isolated and that there is no danger to the public, but confirm a homicide investigation remains ongoing.

The exterior of the Oconee County Coroner’s Office building with flags displayed outside

The Oconee County Coroner’s Office, which assisted in the investigation into the deaths of Larry and Sandra Moore, is shown in an exterior view. (Oconee County Coroner’s Office)

In a message to congregants, Calvary Church said it was sharing the news “with heavy hearts,” describing Larry and Sandra Moore as “longtime and most faithful members,” and asking the community to lift their family and loved ones in prayer.

An exterior view of Calvary Church, where Larry and Sandra Moore attended

Calvary Church, shown here, is where Larry and Sandra Moore attended and were remembered by members of the congregation. (Calvary Church Facebook)

Those who knew the couple described them as gentle, faithful and deeply rooted in their community. 

Church members called them the “backbones” of the congregation, while a family member wrote that they were “two of the most godly people” devoted to a life of service.

Many people in the community also confirmed to WYFF that the couple owned the Moore & Moore Fish Camp for decades and retired in 2016.

Investigators are urging anyone with information related to the case, including home security video from the days leading up to the discovery, to contact authorities.

Fox News Digital reached out to the Oconee Sheriff’s Office for comment. 

Stepheny Price covers crime, including missing persons, homicides and migrant crime. Send story tips to stepheny.price@fox.com.

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