Kimberly Pitts, 40, of Waynesville, North Carolina, was shot and killed in her home on April 3, 2005. The killing was carried out with a gun and involved her husband, James Pitts, who was 51 at the time. The couple lived in Haywood County.

Authorities reported a history of domestic problems between the two, and James Pitts was arrested and charged with first-degree murder after the shooting. The subsequent trial examined aspects of the relationship, including prior instances of domestic violence, and resulted in a guilty verdict and sentencing for James Pitts.

Kimberly’s death is a stark example of fatal domestic violence in the community. If anyone knew Kimberly or has information about the circumstances leading up to April 3, 2005, please come forward.