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Family Dead After Power Cut, Generator Fears Rise
5 Aug
Summary
- Three family members and three dogs were discovered deceased in their home.
- Power was disconnected due to an unpaid bill exceeding $2,000.
- Authorities are investigating potential carbon monoxide poisoning from a generator.
In Rocky Mount, North Carolina, a devastating incident unfolded when three family members were found deceased inside their mobile home. The discovery was made by officers conducting a welfare check on August 5, 2026. The victims were identified as a married couple, Tracey and Kenny Swann, and their 20-year-old adopted daughter, Mahala Scurlock. Their three family dogs were also found deceased.
Investigations are currently underway to determine the exact causes of death, with authorities not suspecting foul play. A primary line of inquiry is examining whether a generator was operated inside the home, potentially leading to fatal carbon monoxide poisoning. This tragedy comes after the family's electricity was reportedly disconnected due to an outstanding utility bill of more than $2,000, with the city reportedly unwilling to accept partial payments.
The situation escalated when a relative, concerned after not hearing from Tracey Swann, visited the home and reported smelling a "death." The family's neighbor mentioned Kenny Swann had paid $1,000 towards the bill, hoping for the power to be restored, but it was not. He then apparently retrieved a generator from his mother's house to keep the home cool.
