BREAKING NEWS: Deputies search for suspect after triple homicide discovered west of Asheville

Jason Sandford

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Here’s the suspect description:

Allegedly, there is 1 abductor:   Richard Doughlas Heatwole.   Richard Doughlas Heatwole is described as 45 years old,  White, male, 5 feet  6 inches tall, weighing 165 pounds.   He has brown hair and hazel eyes.   
Authorities believe the suspect and children are traveling to St. Petersburg, Fl. The vehicle is a White 1986 Toyota  Truck Extended Cab with NC license tag number YNS-8257. 
 
If you have any information regarding this abduction, call the Buncombe County Sheriff`s Office immediately at (828) 250-6670, NA or call 911 or *HP.