A tragic incident occurred on April 6, 2026, when 58-year-old pastor was fatally sh0t inside her home in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Her husband of more than three decades, , 61, has been arrested and charged with first-degree mu3der.

Key details:

Timeline: The sh0oting reportedly took place in the early hours of Monday, shortly after Pastor McCollum had led an Easter Sunday service at her church.

Emergency call: Eddie McCollum allegedly contacted emergency services around 2 a.m., stating he had sh0t his wife following an argument.

Family reaction: Their daughter, Davilyn, said she was unaware of any history of d0mestic conflict, describing the situation as deeply confusing given their long marriage.

Legal status: The suspect is being held at the Mecklenburg County Jail with bail set at $1 million.

Public image: Pastor McCollum had previously spoken highly of her husband, once describing him as an “amazing man of God” during their 30th anniversary in 2022.

Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

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