Police Announce Major Break in Murder Case Surrounding Christian Councilwoman Shot Outside Her NJ Home

Billy Hallowell : Jun 1, 2023
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A motive wasn't given during Tuesday's press conference, though one family member alleged Bynum suffered from psychological issues. And according to My Central Jersey, the suspect has a "lengthy criminal record," including issues with weapons and credit card fraud.

[Faithwire.com] Police made an arrest this week months after a Republican councilwoman was gunned down outside her New Jersey home, with the break in the case leaving officials and loved ones with even more questions. (Screengrab image: via NBC News)

As CBN's Faithwire previously reported, the Feb. 1 murder of Sayreville Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour, 30, sent shockwaves through the Sayreville community, with friends and peers remembering Dwumfour as a dedicated public servant and woman of God.

Now, months after the horrific killing, authorities have a suspect in custody.

Rashid Ali Bynum, 28, was detained in Chesapeake, Virginia, and charged with first-degree murder, second-degree possession of a handgun for unlawful purpose, and second-degree unlawful possession of a handgun, NBC News reported... Subscribe for free to Breaking Christian News here

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