Polly Ann Black Keller, 56, of Newland, North Carolina, was shot and killed during a domestic dispute that turned into a deadly shootout at her home on Rhododendron Run on the evening of June 27, 2022. Responding deputies and emergency personnel found three people shot; Polly was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other men from Newland, Jeremy Dean Clark, 32, and Anthony Simon Franklin, 33, died en route to the hospital. Investigators reported that two of the three deceased had fired shots during the altercation.

Authorities have described the incident as a domestic situation but have not disclosed the relationships among those involved. The Burke County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate and will provide findings to the District Attorney when the inquiry is complete. If anyone knew Polly or has information about what happened that night, please come forward to assist the investigation.