ROANOKE, Va. – A man who pleaded guilty to murdering an 80-year-old woman in South Roanoke has been sentenced to life in prison.
In February 2025, Kurt Davis murdered Susan Williams outside her Chrystal Spring apartment, as previously reported.
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When police arrived at the scene, they found Williams with severe facial injuries, and then found Davis nearby with blood on him. According to a criminal complaint, Davis admitted to killing Williams by hitting her in the head with a rock to “keep the peace.”
Williams was well known within the community as a public servant and is remembered for her kind spirit and willingness to help others.
Davis pleaded guilty to a first-degree murder charge during his arraignment back in August.