Authorities reveal cause of death in killing of retired college professor
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Authorities suspect that the individual charged with murdering a retired Auburn University professor ambushed her during a dog walk on Saturday, attacking her with a sharp implement multiple times.

According to Auburn police in Alabama, Julie Gard Schnuelle, 59, was discovered deceased in a wooded section of Kiesel Park, displaying signs of an assault. Harold Rashad Dabney III, 26, has been apprehended and faces two charges of capital murder related to Schnuelle’s death.

The Auburn Police Department announced in a news release that Dabney was detained on Sunday after a 8:30 a.m. report of a “suspicious person.” The release stated that detectives “made observations that led them to believe Dabney had involvement with the homicide.” Authorities noted that Dabney also took Schnuelle’s Ford F-150 pickup truck.

A spokesperson for the Lee County Coroner’s Office told Fox News Digital Schnuelle died of “multiple sharp force injuries.”

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Harold Rashad Dabney III was charged with capital murder. (Auburn Police Department)

“She was a beloved educator, mentor, and colleague whose devotion to students and love for theriogenology and veterinary medicine significantly impacted Auburn,” remarked the university. “Dr. Gard Schnuelle’s legacy of compassion, academic excellence, and service will continue to inspire future veterinarians.” 

Ashley Rutter, a former student of Schnuelle, told AL.com the professor went to Kiesel Park every day.

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Julie Schnuelle was a former professor at Auburn University. (John Korduner/Replay Photos )

“She was there daily,” mentioned Rutter. “Always welcoming, she was lively and humorous. Yet, she never hesitated to stand up for herself or others if she encountered something disagreeable.”

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