In the early 1950s, the quiet community then known as Fuquay Springs – today’s Fuquay-Varina in Wake County, North Carolina – was shaken by the violent killing of Dr. Cozart, a respected local physician. His sudden death stunned the town and left behind questions that linger more than a century later. In this episode, we revisit the case of Dr. Cozart’s murder, exploring the historical records, the small-town setting, and the community impact of a crime that occurred when Fuquay was sti…
In the early 1950s, the quiet community then known as Fuquay Springs – today’s Fuquay-Varina in Wake County, North Carolina – was shaken by the violent killing of Dr. Cozart, a respected local physician. His sudden death stunned the town and left behind questions that linger more than a century later.
In this episode, we revisit the case of Dr. Cozart’s murder, exploring the historical records, the small-town setting, and the community impact of a crime that occurred when Fuquay was still building its identity. Along the way, we look at how Fuquay Springs became the modern-day Fuquay Varina, and why this story still matters to the town’s history. Join us as we uncover the story of a doctor whose life ended too soon, and the community that never forgot…