Harry Robert Ponds, 43, was killed on July 31, 2006, in Shallotte, North Carolina, following a confrontation with Steven Djuan Woods. Ponds was living with Stacey Woods, the estranged wife of Steven Woods. Ponds bled to death despite efforts to save him, leaving five children without their father.

Steven Woods was charged with murder and ultimately pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter. He received a sentence of under four months in jail, five years of supervised probation, a $100 fine, and an order not to contact Ponds’ family except for Stacey Woods’ child with Ponds. The case drew emotional testimony at sentencing and prompted remarks about the dangers of weapons in domestic disputes.

If anyone knew Harry Ponds or has information about the events at Shallotte District Park, please share what you know.