Birdwatcher dies after being attacked while checking on woman screaming for help
By Stephanie Moore
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MILTON, North Carolina (WYFF) — A North Carolina man who was birdwatching at a boat landing was beaten unconscious by an unknown man after checking on a woman screaming for help, according to authorities.
The Caswell County Sheriff’s Office said on Oct. 19, 2025, that David Pennebaker was birdwatching at the Wildlife Boat Ramp in Milton, North Carolina.
They said he heard a woman screaming for help in the parking lot and went to check on her.
Authorities said an unknown man beat Pennebaker unconscious.
The assault caused Pennebaker to have a series of medical emergencies, which caused his death on Sept. 20, 2026.
Authorities are asking anyone who may have information to contact the Caswell County Sheriff’s Office at 336-694-2555.
Crime Stoppers of Caswell County is offering a $1,000 reward for information that leads to an arrest.
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